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Ian Thomas (dressmaker)

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Ian Thomas LVO (died 2 June 1993)[1] was a British dress designer who worked for Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.[2]

Born in Middle Barton, Oxfordshire, he later studied fashion at the Oxford College of Art and worked as a personal assistant to the couturier Norman Hartnell from 1953 to 1970 before opening his own business.

He was appointed LVO in the 1977 Silver Jubilee and Birthday Honours.

References

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  1. ^ Ian Thomas Dies at 64; Couturier to Elizabeth New York:The New York Times, 14 June 1993, accessed 15 January 2008
  2. ^ Alexander, Hillary Majestic by design London:The Daily Telegraph, 3 June 2002, accessed 15 January 2008