Sold for $221

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Lot Description

Two Galanos Dresses, 1980-90s

James Galanos (1924-2016) was the only son of Greek born parents. In 1944, he became a general assistant at the New York East 49th Street emporium of Hattie Carnegie. Galanos was known for using the finest materials and impeccable construction, often called the ‘American Couturier’. With a career that spanned five decades, he dressed Hollywood stars, royalty, and political figures of the day.

THE FIRST
Red wool crepe with the front panel of the dress made of small tucks, while the back is plain crepe fabric. The dress is cut with a crew neckline and long sleeves with the bottom half made with the tucked fabric. The dress is lined in silk satin and closes down the center back with a zipper.
Label: Galanos
Size Label: Unlabeled

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16"
Chest: 32"
Waist:33"
Hips: 37"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 38.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 31"

THE SECOND
White silk satin dress with a grid pattern made of tucks in the fabric. The dress is cut with a wide scoop neckline, long sleeves, and closes down the center back with a zipper.
Label: Galanos
Size Label: Unlabeled

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14.5"
Chest: 34"
Waist: 34"
Hips: 36"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 36"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30.5"

A Fashionable French Lady From Chicago

Condition Report

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition of the red dress is very good with no condition issues.

THE SECOND
The overall condition of the white dress is fair as the structure is good but there are snags in the satin throughout.

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