Summer reading: Harris Tweed by Lara Platman

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Harris Tweed by Lara Platman

Who? Lara Platman

What? You’ve heard of farm to table well here is fashion’s equivalent: Harris Tweed, from Land to Street. Lara Platman has profiled the farmers, mill workers, weavers, tailors, and designers – in short, anyone who’s involved in the tweed business. With stunning images and curious attention to detail, this is a book on one of the most quintessentially British things.

When? Available now

Where? Available online and in store

How? Buy now from Amazon

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