PH Ambassador Showcases Tubbataha-Inspired Dress at 13th Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World 2024
Ambassador Paredes wearing the Tubbataha-inspired dress as she walked down the runway. (Photo courtesy of Susan Phoebe Sabado)
BANGKOK 04 September 2024 – The “13th Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World 2024” event took place at the Royal Thai Navy Convention Hall on 31 August 2024. The highlight of the evening was the fashion show of collaborative creations of Thai student designers with the various diplomatic missions in Thailand, stunning display of cultural appreciation and creativity.
Philippine Ambassador to Thailand Millicent Cruz Paredes took to the runway in a dress inspired by one of the Philippines' most treasured natural wonders, the Tubbataha Natural Park. She proudly modeled a gown designed by talented students from Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University.
The dress, meticulously crafted from Thai silk, drew inspiration from the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the heart of the Sulu Sea. The intricate design captured the vibrant marine life and the pristine beauty of the coral reefs, symbolizing the Philippines' commitment to preserving its rich biodiversity.
The Celebration of Silk event has become a significant platform for showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of Thailand and its neighboring countries. It brings together diplomats, designers, and artists in a celebration of creativity and cultural exchange. This year’s theme, "Thai Silk Road to the World," emphasized the importance of traditional silk in the modern world, while also highlighting the contributions of young designers around Thailand.
The participation of Ambassador Paredes in this prestigious event underscores the deepening ties between the Philippines and Thailand, particularly in the areas of culture and the arts. It also serves as a testament to the power of collaboration between nations in celebrating and preserving their unique cultural identities. END
Ambassador Paredes wears the Tubbataha-inspired dress as she walked down the runway. (Photo courtesy of Association of Thai Silk and Culture Promotions)
Representatives of the Royal Thai Government, Heads of Missions/Chargés d'Affaires and their spouses, Embassy representatives, Honorary Consuls, and the student designers on stage at the closing of the fashion show. (Photo courtesy of Association of Thai Silk and Culture Promotions)
For more information, visit https://www.bangkokpe.dfa.gov.ph, or https://www.facebook.com/PHinThailand/.