La mode en majesté

The Musée des Arts décoratifs presents an unprecedented exhibition on the evolution of clothing at the Thai court, featuring pieces from the royal collection.

Bringing together over a hundred exceptional outfits and accessories, the exhibition presents royal wardrobes, highlighting the eight traditional Thai costume formats designed by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit in collaboration with a team of Thai historians and local designers.

Furthermore, the exhibition illuminates the unique history of cultural and artistic dialogue, marked by over thirty years of collaboration between Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and fashion designer Pierre Balmain, then continued with the houses of Balmain and Lesage.

This exhibition is organised in collaboration with the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textile (Musée des textiles de la Reine Sirikit) in Thailand and SACIT (Sustainable Art and Craft Institute of Thailand, Institut durable et artisanal de Thaïlande).

The exhibition is part of the celebrations for the 340th anniversary of the first diplomatic relationship and the 170th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between France and Thailand.

Since the 1960s, Queen Sirikit has maintained close relationships with major French and European fashion houses. Passionate about fashion, she played a central role in modernising court attire, presenting her creations during official trips with King Rama IX.

With the help of Pierre Balmain, she reinvented Thai royal elegance, preserving its heritage while ensuring its international appeal. This exhibition presents a selection of pieces from the royal family's wardrobes.

It offers a unique insight into the rich Thai artisanal tradition in textiles, jewellery, and accessories. Committed to preserving traditions, Queen Sirikit worked tirelessly to safeguard her country's textile arts and crafts, which led to the creation of the SUPPORT Foundation.

Today, the Foundation is under the patronage of the Queen