In a blind “fashion test,” you might examine the outstanding craftsmanship and workmanship in a Galanos garment and think “French couture” but no, these masterpieces were constructed right here in Southern California in the good ol’ USA.

But while they were made here in America, many of the fabrics came from Europe, where Galanos would hand-select them personally. And it was this type of attention to detail that created an extremely loyal group of customers who collected Galanos garments long before they became part of museum collections.

Today’s VPOD features a museum-worthy Galanos coat from the 1970s. The ivory wool crepe is exquisitely hand-tailored with hidden buttons, inverted pleats on the sleeves and two perfect back pleats. Then that’s all set-off with a satin-covered belt with a white plastic buckle.

It’s a jolly good Galanos find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Runway Clothes Consignment.

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