Late 1970s James Galanos Silk Chiffon Printed Jumpsuit w Wide Legs & Plunge Front designer-maurice The raising of the design

The raising of the design gives it a tone on tone effect that I love

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The opening fr the arm are cut along the seam and this in itself creates an interesting drape to the top

The interior bodice is boned and it has padded cups tacked into the bust

In the late seventies and early eighties caftan fever was at an all time high and many of the top designers of the day designed options for their clients who wanted the look but also still want to wear their favourite brand name

Late 1970s James Galanos Silk Chiffon Printed Jumpsuit w Wide Legs & Plunge Front designer-maurice The raising of the designIn 1951 a 27 year old James Galanos launched his first label called Galanos Originals. By 1954 he had won a Coty award and the Neiman Marcus award. Galanos was a master cutter and his ready to wear line was made close to couture standards and with a level of craftsmanship that was on par with the French couturiers. Grace Kelly was an early fan. He was truly one of the great American designers and his work is held in all of the major museums around the