JAMES GALANOS circa 1984 Red Floral Silk Chiffon Tiered Cocktail Dress, SZ 2

This James Galanos dress from 1984 exemplifies the designer's mastery of structured elegance: a red silk faille base printed with delicate floral bouquets is layered with matching chiffon across the bodice and into dramatically billowing sleeves that taper into long, shirred cuffs. The sharply defined waist, reinforced by a wide self-fabric belt with leather trim, creates the strong-shouldered silhouette Galanos favored during this period. A four-tiered skirt and hidden back zipper complete this exceptional piece of American fashion craftsmanship.