Group of Galanos and Martha Separates, 1980s

This lot contains five Galanos and Martha separates.

James Galanos (1924-2016) was the only son of Greek born parents. In 1944, he became a general assistant at the New York East 49th Street emporium of Hattie Carnegie. Galanos was known for using the finest materials and impeccable construction, often called the ‘American Couturier’. With a career that spanned five decades, he dressed Hollywood stars, royalty, and political figures of the day.

These separates were purchased from Martha, created by Martha Phillips, a specialty shop with locations in New York, Palm Beach, and Bal Harbor. The customers that frequented Martha were amongst the wealthiest and most socially prominent figures of the day.

THE FIRST
Black and white silk blouse with geometric print, v-neckline, set in long sleeves, and center front button closure; paired with a matching scarf.
Label: Galanos
Retail Label: Martha

Approximate Measurements:
TOP

Shoulders: 16"

Chest: 35.25"

Waist: 32.5"

Hips: 36.25"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 22.75"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32.5"

SCARF
Length: 45.75"
Width: 8.75"

THE SECOND
White crepe blouse with mandarin collar, set in long peasant sleeves, white polka-dot pattern, vertical pleating throughout, elastic hem, and center front button and snap closure.
Label: Martha

Size Label: 4

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 14.25"

Chest: 39"

Waist: 36"

Hips: 33"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26.5"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 29.25"

THE THIRD
Green crepe blouse with gathered and high neckline, set in long peasant sleeves, abstract gold spotted print, elastic hem, back pleating detail, and half way center snap closure; paired with matching mini skirt with ruffles.
Label: Unlabeled, attributed to Galanos, has the correct care label and finishes of other known Galanos pieces
Retail Label: Martha

Approximate Measurements:
TOP

Shoulders: 13"

Chest: 42.25"

Waist: 40"

Hips: 35.25"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 24.25"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32.75"

SKIRT
Waist: 20.25"
Hips: 27.25"
Length (side waist band to hem): 20.75"

Property from the Estate of Bud and Donna O. Wilkinson