From May 13 to November 1, 2026, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents, under the high patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, the exhibition La Mode en Majesté: Royal Thai Dress From Tradition to Modernity. This project offers an unprecedented reading of the evolution of dress at the Thai court, from the 1960s to the present day. Nearly 200 pieces, dresses and accessories designed primarily by the couturier Pierre Balmain and the house of Lesage, as well as by Thai designers, highlight the development of Thai court dress and its place on the international stage. Assistant Professor Dr. Anucha Thirakanont, Director of SACIT, noted that this marks the first time Thailand has presented royal court attire and masterworks of craftsmanship in France. It seeks to foster greater awareness and appreciation of Thai craftsmanship, while instilling pride in Thailand’s cultural heritage among Thai people both at home and abroad.

Source: Bangkok Post April 11, 2026 12:18 UTC