M.L. Dispanadda Diskul, CEO of Mae Fah Luang Foundation, submitted a special collection of fashion items from DoiTung brand that combined artisanal craftsmanship with eco-friendly innovation in a yarn made from waste products for presentation at “Thai Textile: A Touch of Thai” under the campaign “Promoting Thai Art and Culture Overseas” in Japan. This was organised by the Ministry of Arts and Culture together with representatives from both the government and private sectors to mark the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, and to promote Her Majesty’s achievements in the conservation of Thai textiles through the “Thai Textiles on the International Stage” concept. The event, held from 19-26 August 2019 in Japan, was attended by dignitaries from Thailand and Japan.
On display were “MAWATA – HILL TRIBE Bumble Jacket” and “OVERSIZE – HILL TRIBE Bag”, both of which had won the DEMark Award 2019, and the DoiTung Autumn/Winter 2018-2019 collection.