1960s Blue Silk Chiffon James Galanos Dress designer-genny Note the sizing is a

Note the sizing is a touch deceptive as its meant to drape a bit - this one will work on a smaller frame as well as what the actual measurements put it as

There is always one small but perfect detail in a Norell piece and on this it is that unusual softly gathered collar that give the neckline a slight fullness and edgy feel

rich silk satin gives it an almost sculptural feel and allows it to hold the fullness with no crinoline underneath

Please remember that pieces of this age will have a natural patina and should not be expected to be absolutely perfect (though this is close)

1960s Blue Silk Chiffon James Galanos Dress designer-genny Note the sizing is aThe construction on this 1960s Galanos dress is divine. It is made of layers of gossamer weight silk chiffon a difficult fabric to work with under any circumstance. Galanos cut it on the bias, layered it and made it all work perfectly. Three layers of chiffon float over the inner silk skirt. The top layer is a soft turquoise and the ones underneath are a pale ice blue. This really gives the skirt an interesting texture and depth and makes for a pretty