Woman's Evening Ensemble: Jacket and Trousers

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Woman's Evening Ensemble: Jacket and Trousers

Fall 1991

Designed by James Galanos (American, 1924–2016) Embroidered by D. Getson, Eastern Embroidery, Los Angeles

The ready-to-wear garments James Galanos created for his Los Angeles fashion house rival haute couture in quality and attention to detail. He had been in the business for more than forty years when he presented this dress in a collection showcasing sexy and luxurious evening ensembles that played with sheerness and textures. In this example, a heavily beaded and sequined jacket contrasts with diaphanous wide-legged tulle pants floating over slim legs of sheer metallic lace.

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Object Details

Titles:

Woman's Evening Ensemble: Jacket and Trousers
Gold and Black Evening Jacket and Trousers

Date:

Fall 1991

Artists:

Designed by James Galanos (American, 1924–2016) Embroidered by D. Getson, Eastern Embroidery, Los Angeles

Medium:

Plastic beads and sequins and metallic embroidery on synthetic plain weave; synthetic tulle, nylon and metallic lace

Dimensions:

Skirt over trousers (Length): 48 inches (121.9 cm) Center Back Length (Jacket): 18 inches (45.7 cm) Circumference (Bust): 39 inches (99.1 cm) Waist (Jacket): 35 inches (88.9 cm) Length (Sleeve): 23 1/4 inches (59.1 cm) Waist (Pants): 26 inches (66 cm) Length (Skirt): 48 inches (121.9 cm) Width (Shoulders- across back): 15 inches (38.1 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of the designer, 2006

Accession Number:

2006-101-5a,b

Geography:

Made in United States, North and Central America

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