1970s Couture Galanos Dramatic Silk Gown designer-karl-lagerfeld Pockets sit just below waistline

Pockets sit just below waistline and really emphasize the bombshell shape

Ties sit at the neck and also at the back

rich weight to drape perfectly and really be flattering

This is an amazing suit from the Yves Saint Laurent label that dates to the F/W 1989 runway

Item #DS055

1970s Couture Galanos Dramatic Silk Gown designer-karl-lagerfeld Pockets sit just below waistlineFrom the estate of a former model who was fast friends with Galanos and had most of her pieces from him made specifically for her so each is a rare and wonderful creation! I absolutely love the drama and high couture feel of this particular dress. If I had to bet I would guess that this dress was specifically asked to be constructed as a more modern version of his 1959 "Theatre Dress" photoed for Vogue (pictured). That same feel is there. A yard of