Minimalist c. 1964 James Galanos Superb Detailed Square Neckline Long Sheath Dress designer-patrick-kelly The top is also a

The top is also a light silk chiffon so has a hint of sexy transparency

dramatic gowns for an evening out

Note that it does close all the way up - it was just too small on the mannequin

It has no closures just a touch of elastic at the base of the back and the lace will stretch

Both the back and front dip into softened V's

Minimalist c. 1964 James Galanos Superb Detailed Square Neckline Long Sheath Dress designer-patrick-kelly The top is also aIn 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. By 1958 he was producing clothing that could range in price from $200 to $3000, an astronomical price for ready to wear for that time period. 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. Galanos was a master cutter