Sinh (clothing)

The sinh (Lao: ສິ້ນ Lao pronunciation: [sȉn], Thai: ซิ่น Thai pronunciation: [sîn]) is a traditional garment worn by Lao and Thai women, particularly northern Thai and northeastern Thai women. It is a tube skirt which can identify the woman who wears it in a variety of ways. In particular, it can indicate which region the wearer is from. In present-day Thailand, sinhs are typically worn in special events. However, in Laos sinhs are worn more regularly in daily life.

A sinh is typically composed of three components:

The sinh is made of silk, woven in ornate motifs with delicate embroidery. They come in different textures and designs and are usually created in rural areas by ethnic groups.

Lao women wearing sinhs

Lao women wearing sinhs

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