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Cambodian user claims jong kraben after Thai crew’s London appearance
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A Cambodian netizen has claimed that jong kraben-style clothing has long existed in Cambodia after seeing Bangkok Airways cabin crew wearing the style in London, prompting Thai responses over the outfit’s historical roots.
Key facts
- The claim followed footage of Bangkok Airways crew posted on September 18, appearing at Horse Guards Parade in London in contemporary blue Thai-inspired outfits matching the airline’s signature colours.
- A Cambodian netizen has claimed that jong kraben-style clothing has long existed in Cambodia after seeing Bangkok Airways cabin crew wearing the style in London, prompting Thai responses over the outfit’s historical roots.
- They said the style reflected growing Western influence, particularly after King Rama V’s European visit in 1897, with Victorian fashion influencing dress in the royal court and among upper-class Thai women
- The crew were filmed greeting tourists with smiles and wai gestures at the Whitehall landmark, with clips later shared by the Facebook pages At Horse Guards and King’s Guard Horse in London.
Summary
The claim followed footage of Bangkok Airways crew posted on September 18, appearing at Horse Guards Parade in London in contemporary blue Thai-inspired outfits matching the airline’s signature colours.
The crew were filmed greeting tourists with smiles and wai gestures at the Whitehall landmark, with clips later shared by the Facebook pages At Horse Guards and King’s Guard Horse in London.