Paris:The Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, organized an event titled 'CHUD THAI KNOWLEDGE, CRAFTSMANSHIP AND PRACTICES OF THE THAI NATIONAL COSTUME' on October 10-11, 2026, at Le Meurice Hotel in Paris, France. This event aimed to share the rich history and craftsmanship of Thai traditional costumes with the international community, emphasizing their heritage and dressing practices from the Thai royal court.
According to Thai News Agency, Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana presided over a seminar on October 10, 2026, focusing on the evolution of Thai dress and fabrics. The event featured a fashion show highlighting eight royal Thai dress styles and three garments crafted by Tirapan and Pa Couture fashion houses. Additionally, there were demonstrations of traditional Thai handicrafts, including embroidery and brocade weaving, led by Professor Veeratham Trakulngentai, a National Artist of Thailand in Visual Arts.
The event attracted significant attention from French and international media, showcasing the intricacies of traditional Thai royal court attire. A notable demonstration included the pleating and draping of the shawl, illustrating the detailed craftsmanship and elegance of royal Thai dress. This presentation offered participants insight into the skill and wisdom underpinning Thai clothing, furthering efforts to preserve and promote Thai cultural heritage globally.