Suffolk Free Press | Thu, Apr 9
Thu, Apr 9
UK - Jonathan Schofield
Vanners' fabrics are selected for use by many of the leading fashion houses. The Sudbury-woven silk used to create Mrs Obama's ensemble was bought by the fashion label, Thakoon, launched in 2004 by Thai-born Thakoon Panichgul, who is based in New York. ...
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