Pierre Balmain Paris, 1960 Collection de Sa Majesté la Reine Sirikit Queen Sirikit Museum of Textile  (QSMT)

La Mode en Majesté. Royal Thai Dress from tradition to modernity

Until 01/11/2026
From 13 May to 1 November 2026, blending tradition and modernity, Thai royal elegance meets the boldness of haute couture at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. A sumptuous exhibition not to be missed.

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Description

The Museum of Decorative Arts invites you to discover the fascinating world of Thai fashion, where ancestral craftsmanship blends with innovation. Through more than 150 exceptional pieces – gold-embroidered court dresses, traditional silk costumes, and creations by contemporary Thai designers – the exhibition traces the evolution of a unique art of dress, deeply rooted in the country’s history and culture. The outfits worn by the royal family, as well as pieces designed for official ceremonies, bear witness to a heritage in which every detail and every motif tells a story.

Silk, gold and boldness: when Thailand inspires haute couture

The exhibition highlights Thailand’s influence on the international stage through collaborations between local artisans and leading fashion houses. Creations by Thai designers, as well as pieces inspired by the kingdom and designed by Western fashion designers, illustrate this fruitful dialogue between cultures. You’ll be able to admire dresses enhanced by traditional dyeing and embroidery techniques, as well as exceptional accessories where modernity blends with tradition. A spellbinding journey into a world where fashion becomes a universal language.

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Practical info

Access and contact

107 rue de Rivoli
75001 Paris 1er
Metro: Palais-Royal, Pyramides or Tuileries
Bus: 21, 27, 39, 68, 69, 72, 95

Days and opening hours

From 13⁄05 to 01/11/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and weekends between 11 am and 6 pm. On Thursday between 11 am and 9 pm. Closed on Monday.
Please note: late opening applies only to exhibitions. The permanent collections are closed in the evening.

Prices

Full price: 15 € (Exhibition(s) + collections (audio guide included)).

Free entry for children under 26.

Tour

Spoken languages

  • English
  • French
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MAD - Musée des Arts décoratifs
107 rue de Rivoli
75001 Paris 1er

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