Stephen Walters & Sons are located in Sudbury Suffolk and run a fully vertical Mill. The fabric is designed and produced in house. The company originally started in Spitalfields London and expanded and moved a couple of times until settling in Sudbury.
David Walters (1942-present), pioneered the next step forward with the introduction of rapier jacquard looms in 1964. While the company primarily specialised in neckwear and was beginning to re-introduce fabrics for home furnishings, it continued to be commissioned to weave dress fabrics for couturiers and other special occasions. These included the gown for the investiture of Prince Charles in 1969, the wedding dress for Princess Anne in 1973, the Alexander State Coach and the wedding dress for Lady Diana Spencer in 1981. Julius Walters (1971-present) is the latest generation to join the business.
Today Stephen Walters and David Walters Fabrics aim to uphold the tradition of producing fine fabrics, woven with integrity in England and to continue to develop new qualities and designs to anticipate the needs of an ever evolving marketplace. David Walters Fabrics now specialises in bespoke high-end fabrics for interiors and home accessories.
A few years ago I visited the fabric shop which is located on site. They sell a lot of silk fine fabrics often with good discounts, and is well worth a visit.
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