Thai silk festival to be held in Bangkok during August 10-12

BANGKOK, 9 August 2012 (NNT) – Thai silk festival is set to be held in honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit at Suvarnabhumi airport during August 10-12, 2012.

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) together with Commerce Ministry and Airports of Thailand (AOT), will be hosting the Thai silk festival at Suvarnabhumi airport. The purpose of the festival is for both Thais and foreigners to appreciate HM the Queen’s divine grace. The event will take place at the departure terminal of Suvarnabhumi, from August 10th to 12th, 2012. Bth Thais and foreigners are encouraged to participate in this great event.

In the event, Thai silk fashion show, the highlight of the event, will be held with ambassadors from 16 different countries and their families joining as models in the event; which will be broadcast live all around the world.

All the silk dresses featured in the fashion show have been designed and created by female prisoners.