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Smooth as silk
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 08/11/2017
» Hundreds of foreign designers, the fashion industry elite, buyers, reporters and other fashionistas shouted "Bravo!" repeatedly as their cameras and phones captured the finale of the last show at the "New Shades Of Thailand Los Angeles Fashion Week 2017" in Los Angeles. All four shows by four famous Thai brands -- Patinya, Milin, ASV and Issue -- wowed the audience and brought more fame to Thai fabrics and fashion.
Jet-setting Thais among early fashionistas
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 23/08/2016
» These pictures have never been unveiled before, until now. Forty-five rare photographs developed from wet- and dry-plate collodion in the collection of the National Archives of Thailand testify to the development of women's fashion in early 20th century Siam in conjunction with the Western style. The elegant, enigmatic pictures are currently on view at the exhibition "Chattharat Phattraporn: Looking Back To Women's Attires In Global Fashion" at the National Library's Vajiravudhanusorn Hall. The show runs until Oct 10 and is held to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen's 84th birthday.
Drunk on a shot of history
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 27/11/2014
» A visit to the House of Mekhong in Pathum Thani, a museum on the famous Thai distilled spirit, does not necessarily promote the consumption of alcohol. It is also a way to learn about local history and culture. There, visitors can learn about the history, stories and heritage of the first mass-produced Thai whiskey.
Island of faith and smiles
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 29/03/2012
» Beyond its beauty compared to the "emerald in the Indian Ocean", Sri Lanka is rich in pure nature, diverse cultures, strong faiths and its population's broad smiles.