Late 1970s James Galanos Silk Chiffon Printed Jumpsuit w Wide Legs & Plunge FrontIn 1951 a 27 year old James Galanos launched his first label called Galanos Originals. By 1954 he had won a Coty award and the Neiman Marcus award. Galanos was a master cutter and his ready to wear line was made close to couture standards and with a level of craftsmanship that was on par with the French couturiers. Grace Kelly was an early fan. He was truly one of the great American designers and his work is held in all of the major museums around the