Lao silk

Lao silk is produced in Laos with ancient weaving techniques that produce high quality silk. This woven cloth has traditionally been used for a wide range of purposes, including religious, ritual, and everyday uses. It is used for garments and home decorations by both upper class and rural individuals.^[1]^[2] Traditional patterns use bold color combinations, such as red and yellow.^[3]

References

^ Perlez, Jane (31 January 2018). "The Woven Art of Laos". The New York Times. Retrieved 23 October 2019.
^ "Lao women are weaving for their future". The ASEAN Post. 7 March 2019. Retrieved 23 October 2019.
^ Hervieux, Linda (29 September 2008). "Weaving a story in Laotian silk". The New York Times. Vientiane, Laos. Retrieved 23 October 2019.

External links

Lao Textile Museum

[1] Perlez, Jane (31 January 2018). "The Woven Art of Laos". The New York Times. Retrieved 23 October 2019.

[2] "Lao women are weaving for their future". The ASEAN Post. 7 March 2019. Retrieved 23 October 2019.

[3] Hervieux, Linda (29 September 2008). "Weaving a story in Laotian silk". The New York Times. Vientiane, Laos. Retrieved 23 October 2019.

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