James Harrison Wilson Thompson was born in Delaware in 1906. He found an interest in costume design and textiles while on the board of the famous Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo.
In 1947 he came upon an enclave of Thai weavers who lived in an idyllic small community called Banh Krua, in the heart of Bangkok. Thompson had his fresh portfolio of hand-woven silks sent to New York where they captivated the leading names of fashion, including Edna Woolman Chase, the influential Editor of Vogue.
On March 26th, 1967, while holidaying in the Cameron Highlands in
Malaysia, he went for a walk and never returned. Despite an exhaustive search
his body has never been found. This disappearance just adds to the mystique of
Thompson.
Over half a century later he is still revered and regarded as the man who saved
the Thai silk industry.
And this exquisite JT Silk Pocket Square perfectly
showcases that wonderful heritage and luxury.
The pocket square has been the essential accessory of Discerning Gentleman (and
Dashing Dames) for many years and never goes out of fashion.
Whether it’s donned adoringly in the breast pocket of a well-tailored suit or in the back pocket of a worn pair of jeans, the Square is the perfect item combining form, function and a splendid splash of your personality.
Measuring
40 cm x 40 cm it has the Jim Thompson name corner printed as well as a Jim
Thompson tag for that added mark of quality.
With
hand stitched edging it is guaranteed to add a vivacious edge to any outfit, be
it promenading in Positano or quaffing a beer in Brum!
Brand
new with tags it makes a perfect present for your favourite Designer Bunny,
Fashionista or as a terrific wee treat for yourself. I will also include Jim Thompson packaging to
ensure that personalised touch of sophistication.
Oh, and the costumes in the 1956, 5-time
Oscar wining classic, The King and I all belonged to Thompson who lent them to
the movie.
Happy Bidding!
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and will be sent perfectly packaged so they arrive in tip-top condition. Post
and Packing charges are kept to a minimum and I will of course adjust for
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