After being criticized for dressing inappropriately, Keng Tachaya wore a backless outfit revealing his back to attend the funeralof aclose stylist who passed away. This incident sparked significant discussion online. Recently, Keng attended the Bangkok Pride Awards 2026 announcement at Nex Hall, 5th floor Siam Paragon, where he addressed the online drama over his outfit choice andthe close stylist who had passed away.He requested to speak about his recently deceased dear friend, a designer?
A personal designer who died suddenly from heart failure. I still can't come to terms with it. This person was with me for 8 years since I entered the industry. There was only one person who made my clothes. When people think of the Keng Tachaya brand, they think of the hairstyle, the clothes, the voice. This was the confidence that before leaving the house, I would always ask him what to wear. And I’m not someone who just wears anything.
Therefore,the communication between me and the clothes maker involved arguments and support. It was a relationship where, without him, I was shocked. Since he passed, I haven’t felt confident wearing clothes anymore. Today, I’m wearing an outfit he designed. There are still some pieces he designed for me, and I want to wear them for him.At the funeral, there was also drama about my outfit?
I said that outsiders might judge whether a backless outfit disrespects the host. But the moment I arrived, I spoke into the microphone. When I addressed the deceased, I said this was our intention. He designed this outfit for me. He was the one who took care of my clothes and
was my stylist.So the outfit everyone saw was cut and made by him. The fashion or anything else was not about disrespect but rather a sign of respect to wear this outfit to send him off.A tribute to him?
Yes, a tribute to the
late stylist.I believe those at the event understood. For anyone who didn’t, I want to clarify. I am deeply saddened by this loss. I will not destroy everything about myself. I honored the event by wearing the clothes he made for it.Click to read
