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  1960's Jim Thompson Thai Silk Ensemble

The legendary designer is probably the best known American to live in Asia and his death is still surrounded by mystery. His raw silk designs were colorful and much sought after. Even today, 41 years after his death, Jim Thompson's name and chic style still sells a lifestyle with designs of fabrics, furniture, restaurants, bars, hotels, children's books and cookbooks.

Color is in! This Gorgeous royal blue 100% Thai silk blouse fits the bill. Worn alone, or with the adorable corresponding mod. flowered skirt and belt, the tailoring on these clothes are exquisite! Together, the outfit makes a beautiful, bold statement. The pieces can also be separated and worn with other things. A white tank and flat sandals with the skirt, a shorter neutral colored skirt with the blue blouse and the flowered belt can be paired with just about anything. There are so many options. The versatility would be great for travel!

• Era: 1960's

• Condition: Mint

• Size: Skirt - 10 (41" in Length), Shirt - 10, Belt 35"

 
$250.00
 

About the designer: The Jim Thompson House website states about the designer,
'With his natural flair for design and color, and driven by his single-minded dedication to reviving the craft, Thompson soon gained worldwide recognition for his success in rebuilding the industry, for generating international demand for Thai silk and for contributing to the growth of the silk industry.

During the Easter weekend in 1967, Thompson disappeared while on holiday with friends in Cameron Highlands, a northern Malaysian resort. An extensive and extended search failed to reveal any clues about his disappearance.'

By then, Thompson had been in Thailand for nearly 22 years.'



 
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