1970s James Galanos Backless Blue Floral Print Ruffled Silk Dress designer-oleg-cassini Extended curving pleats circle the

Extended curving pleats circle the waist to give it volume

A matching

Both pieces are made of a pretty blue crushed velvet that has an almost tie dye effect running through the fabric

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML-MED

silk in jet black with a slight sheen

1970s James Galanos Backless Blue Floral Print Ruffled Silk Dress designer-oleg-cassini Extended curving pleats circle theJames Galanos was known as the designer that could rival the French in terms of construction and design. He launched his atelier in 1951 and although his atelier was never formally designated as Haute Couture by the French, he certainly produced clothing that met the parameters of couture and he is often referred to as one of the great American couturiers. The gorgeous dress is made of a light weight black silk that is covered with a blue floral