On 14 Sep 2026 GMT+7, Her Majesty the Queen made an official visit to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. This visit not only reflected the strong relationship between the two countries but also featured a royal garment of exceptional Thai handicraft that gracefully conveyed its unique beauty with depth.
According to the page of the Textile Museum in honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, Her Majesty Queen Suthida Phatcharasutthapimol wore a long-sleeved dress meticulously tailored from dark gray ikat silk with a rice grain pattern. The upper part of the dress was designed to fit her figure, extending into a flared skirt with a side slit that revealed the straight-cut inner skirt made from silk printed with floral patterns, perfectly harmonized.
Additionally, the outer skirt's lower section was decorated with floral motifs in gray and navy tones, arranged to seamlessly connect with the inner skirt's patterns in a sophisticated manner. The surface was further enhanced with light gray and black bead embroidery applied over the floral prints, adding dimension and brightness to the garment.
For the accessories complementing the royal dress, pieces were carefully selected to reflect intricate craftsmanship and harmonize well with the dress's color scheme, including:
A pair of floral petal brooches adding softness and elegance to the chest area.
Sapphire and diamond earrings that shimmered vibrantly, matching the gray and navy tones of the dress.
A handbag made from Yaan Lipea, rectangular with rounded corners, woven delicately from Lipea fibers. It stood out with a handle shaped like a blooming tulip, adorned with green sapphires in both cabochon and faceted cuts.
Each accessory was not only richly beautiful but also a creation that connected the intricate details of ancient Thai handicrafts and the value of gemstones with the dress’s color and patterns in perfect unity, befitting her status as a representative in showcasing the beauty of Thai textiles and handicrafts to the global community.