Plaque

Jean Muir

Erection date: 28/6/2021

Inscription

Jean Muir, 1928 - 1995, dressmaker and fashion designer, worked here, 1966 - 1995.
English Heritage

Unveiled by Muir's house model, friend and loyal customer, Joanna Lumley.

Site: Jean Muir (1 memorial)

W1, Bruton Street, 22

Here was the Jean Muir Ltd showroom and office where the designer worked for almost 30 years, until her death in 1995.

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