# Jim Thompson

> Jim Thompson is a textile heritage label based in Bangkok, Thailand, started in 1951. Behind the label: The Thai Silk Company, founded by James H. W. Thompson. Known for Thai silk, sold as fabric, fashion and homeware.

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- Country guide: https://thecastindex.com/houses/thai-designers
- Facts checked: 2026-10-22
- Author: Kaiser Khan (Founder & Editor)

## Quick facts

- Behind the label: The Thai Silk Company, founded by James H. W. Thompson
- Based: Bangkok, Thailand
- Since: 1951
- Focus: Textile heritage
- Makes: Silk fabrics, fashion, accessories and home furnishings
- Official site: https://www.jimthompson.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimthompson.official/

## Who is behind Jim Thompson?

Jim Thompson is a company, not a designer: The Thai Silk Company, founded by the American James H. W. Thompson. The company’s own timeline dates its founding to 1951, its About page says 1950 and Britannica gives 1948; it marked its 75th anniversary on 5 March 2026. The Jim Thompson House in Bangkok was completed in 1959, and the company’s silk appeared in the third series of The White Lotus.

## Timeline

- 1951: The Thai Silk Company is founded, by the company’s own timeline. (source: https://www.jimthompson.com/pages/timeline)
- 1959: The Jim Thompson House in Bangkok is completed. (source: https://www.jimthompson.com/pages/timeline)
- 5 March 2026: Marks its 75th anniversary. (source: https://www.bangkokbiznews.com/lifestyle/1224359)

## Sources

- [Jim Thompson — timeline (official site)](https://www.jimthompson.com/pages/timeline) — checked 2026-10-22
- [Britannica — Jim Thompson](https://www.britannica.com/print/article/592986) — checked 2026-10-22
- [Bangkok Biz News — Jim Thompson at 75 (March 2026)](https://www.bangkokbiznews.com/lifestyle/1224359) — checked 2026-10-22