Fashion Identity Design based on Buddhist philosophy of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram Ratchaworamahawihna

Abstract

This research is an qualitative research aiming to perceive process and creation of fashion identity from Buddhist Philosophy of Wat Phrachetuphon Wimonmangkhalaram Ratcharowamahawihan or Wat Pho hidden in the architecture of stupa with square base and indented corners under Dharma principles before enlightenment of Lord Buddha on the Four Noble Truths that had been considered for 3 times to 12 times. This Dharma Principle was interpreted as the major element of design and decorative details created by imitating nature for conveying the truth of human bodies. Techniques on reproduction and composition of independent design were used with balance to gain contemporary fashion identity from Buddhist Philosophy of Wat Phrachetuphon Wimonmangkhalaram Ratcharowamahawihan or Wat Pho.