The Royal Thai Embassy and Lotus Arts de Vivre in collaboration with designer Bina Modi, hosted the event ‘A Night of Silk and Jewels’ to foster stronger Thai-Indian relations through contemporary Thai arts and culture. The event was held in celebration of the 80th Birthday Anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand, whose patronage and dedication to preserve the Thai silk industry has revived the otherwise disappearing art of Thai hand-woven textiles. A Night of Silk and Jewels featured a fashion show of Thai silks made by artisans under her Majesty the Queen’s Sirikit Institute and jewellery from Lotus Arts de Vivre.
Curated by Lotus Arts de Vivre A Night of Silk and Jewels, during which the Ambassador’s Residence was transformed to present the best of Thai arts, fashion and cuisine. The interior and grounds were decorated with Thai floral arrangements and Lotus Arts de Vivre’s distinctive sculptures and home décor items. Bina Modi, one of India’s foremost fashion designers created a special collection for A Night of Silk and Jewels, which combined her unique Indian designs with Thai silks.
