Charles Lester

(Born 1942) and Patricia (Born 1943) Based in Wales. Starting in 1964 to undertake alterations then make children's clothes then clothes for herself. Patricia Lester is self-taught. In 1984 Charles Lester textile physicist joined her. They produce luxurious timeless garments in opulent handcrafted fabrics and specialize in pleated silks and deep-pleated and devore velvets. Also design textiles for the interior.

Source: The Cutting Edge - 50 years of British Fashion. The Overlook Press.

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