Traditional Thai Outfits: With a rich taste in cuisine, an exotic taste in fashion, and a lavish taste in culture, Thailand has become tourists’ one of the favorite places to visit.  The exotic beaches, majestic palaces, ancient sites, and ornate temples fill up our mind when we think of the Southeast Asian country.
Just like any of its temples and beaches, traditional Thai outfits are of great significance, as well. They grasp the tourists’ attention and leave them wonderstruck. These outfits are beautifully fashioned and exquisitely tailored to grab the eye of the passerby. Traditional Thai clothing is called chut thai, literally meaning “Thai outfit.”

The Complete Guide to Traditional Thai Outfits

If we talk about tradition and culture, Thailand has a rich one. Despite being quite modernized, the Thai have not left their values behind. They honor their beliefs and customs today just as they did centuries ago. Traditional outfits can be seen in the temples and on religious occasions, as well as at weddings. Thailand might be a snorkeller’s haven, but it also is a massive point of attraction for those curious about other societies’ lifestyles.
Along with the temples, traditional Thai outfits tell a story, too. Pha Nung, Chong Kraben, Sabai, and Sinh are few of the common traditional Thai outfits, that are worn ordinarily. There are many other articles of clothing and accessories that are worn as well. If you feel alienated to this language, you have come to the right place because in this article we will explain everything from the tradition to its history and importance in the Thai culture.

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Also called Panang (or Panung) is one of the most common traditional outfit observed. It comprises of a long strip of wide cloth that is wrapped around the person’s waist. This cloth reaches below your knees. It is bottom wear, usually paired with a Pah Hom. Sometimes, Pha Nung is passed between the legs and fastened at the back by tucking it in a way called ‘Chong kraben’. This is done so that the cloth does not come in the way of walking. The Pha Nung is similar to Sampot, which is a traditional Cambodian garment. Sampot is worn the same was Pha Nung is. It is worn by both men and women. To be exact, the cloth draped around is almost 3 yards long on average. The Pha Nung is also displayed in the famous museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, credited to Gift of James H. W. Thompson, 1953. It was exhibited in 1972. You should also have a look at our earlier post on Traditional Korean Clothing.