1950s Galanos Black Structured Dress designer-missoni Reference Photo: Spring 1979 Halston

Reference Photo: Spring 1979 Halston Runway

The dress is unlined wraps and ties to close

I like it better† this length as the amazing sleeves are shown off to better advantage

red and black thread embroidered trim

Bodice: approx 12" from neck to empire waist seam

1950s Galanos Black Structured Dress designer-missoni Reference Photo: Spring 1979 HalstonA fantastic late 1950s Galanos that shows the level of control and excellent he had when it came to form and structure. A textured black wool is cut almost architecturally to make this classic little black dress. You can see the influence of other houses Balenciaga for example in the rounded shoulders and strong A line skirt. A single deep inverted pleat is built into each side of the skirt which helps to hold the shape and give ease for movement. The