Evening ensemble

Designer James Galanos American

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Our Galanos collection is extensive. By the 1990s we have become very selective in accepting new additions. This beautiful dress would probably have been a strong candidate for the collection. That Mrs. Reagan wore and was donating the dress probably tipped the balance in its favor.

Evening ensemble, James Galanos (American, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1924–2016 West Hollywood, California), silk, American

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