L’Indochine’s journey to Thailand

MANILA, Philippines - Intricately embroidered jackets with a  touch of history and heritage make a hip statement when paired with jeans. Such jackets are bestsellers in L’Indochine, at the third floor of SM Aura Premier.

L’Indochine carries many other artisanal creations from Thailand.  Thailand’s arts and crafts are woven into the country’s rich cultural heritage, and are an important part of its history and national identity.  With skills passed on from generation to generation, these are an enduring reflection of the Thai people’s attention to detail and creativity.

The country’s natural landscape has an abundance of rattan, wicker, coconuts, and palm leaves that are ideal for making crafts, while religious influences reflect dazzling gold, colored, and mirrored artworks that pay homage to Thailand’s spectacular temples.

At L’Indochine there are mantra necklaces, jewelry boxes that shine intricate sequins  and beadwork, and delicately embroidered Hill tribe pillowcases. Wood carving, another traditional craft, finds modern expression home pieces like L’Indochine’s bookends and tabletops as well as wood carved mirrors.

Thailand’s creatively patterned glassware include plates with stand, pitchers and stemware.