“The Buddha wears Prada” (2025) is an art project that reimagines the intersection of religion and materialism through the lens of fashion by using discarded monk robes collected from temples.
The artist transforms these sacred yet wasted materials into desirable contemporary art pieces by incorporating them with luxury fashion brand aesthetics and logos. Creating a dialogue about the shifting perception of value and status symbols in contemporary society. In Thailand, Buddhism and materialism coexist paradoxically while Buddhist teachings advocate detachment from material desires, fashion remains a powerful status symbol. It challenges the idea of what gives an object its value and reflects how societal contexts can reshape the perception of sacredness.
Beyond religious discourse, this project critiques modern consumer culture and its contradictions with Buddhist philosophy. It opens a space for contemplation on faith, materialism, and the evolving nature of value. The project is presented through textile embroidery, silkscreened tapestry, and documented fashion photography.
COLOR
Each artwork individually comes in three different shades of Saffron color from Yellow, Orange to Brown. All unique and one-off.
SIZE
Three sizes available - Stretched on the frame.
Size S
30 x 20 inches
75 x 50 centimeters
Size M
40 x 30 inches
100 x 75 centimeters
Size L
60 x 40 inches
150 x 100 centimeters
NOTE
See more from THE BUDDHA WEARS PRADA project or make an inquiry and CONTACT US for more information about the artwork and delivery.
“The Buddha wears Prada” (2025) is an art project that reimagines the intersection of religion and materialism through the lens of fashion by using discarded monk robes collected from temples.
The artist transforms these sacred yet wasted materials into desirable contemporary art pieces by incorporating them with luxury fashion brand aesthetics and logos. Creating a dialogue about the shifting perception of value and status symbols in contemporary society. In Thailand, Buddhism and materialism coexist paradoxically while Buddhist teachings advocate detachment from material desires, fashion remains a powerful status symbol. It challenges the idea of what gives an object its value and reflects how societal contexts can reshape the perception of sacredness.
Beyond religious discourse, this project critiques modern consumer culture and its contradictions with Buddhist philosophy. It opens a space for contemplation on faith, materialism, and the evolving nature of value. The project is presented through textile embroidery, silkscreened tapestry, and documented fashion photography.
COLOR
Each artwork individually comes in three different shades of Saffron color from Yellow, Orange to Brown. All unique and one-off.
SIZE
Three sizes available - Stretched on the frame.
Size S
30 x 20 inches
75 x 50 centimeters
Size M
40 x 30 inches
100 x 75 centimeters
Size L
60 x 40 inches
150 x 100 centimeters
NOTE
See more from THE BUDDHA WEARS PRADA project or make an inquiry and CONTACT US for more information about the artwork and delivery.
