James Galanos Purple Polka Dot Silk Pleated Dress w Silver Sequins decor Victor Costa was a designer

Victor Costa was a designer there in the 1960's and 70's and the Suzy Perette dresses are always favorites of collectors of vintage clothing

The dress appears to have never been worn and is in excellent condition with a back metal zipper and ribbon tie at the center of the top

The lining of the blue clutch is a little yellowed from age

5 inch handle drop

Cuff links are in excellent condition with a slight bit of patina from normal wear

James Galanos Purple Polka Dot Silk Pleated Dress w Silver Sequins decor Victor Costa was a designerThis glamorous James Galanos vintage dress makes a statement in purple polka dot silk chiffon, and has no shortage of details. It has a semi sheer overdress with long bishop sleeves and heavy knife pleating. The pleats are held in place with swirling lines of bead through sequins, creating an abstract design across the bodice. The pleats and beading continue on the sleeves, down to the dramatic beaded cuffs. The stitched pleats stop at the waist,