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Royal Niyom Colors: The Colors of Robes in the Royal Ceremony

The robes worn by monks serve to protect their bodies from cold, heat, wind, and animals. Here we introduce the components of a monk's attire and explain how each part is traditionally decorated.

1. Robe cloth (Uttarasong): A blanket used to cover the body.
2. Sobong (Antaravasaka): A cloth worn to protect the lower body.
3. Sanghadi: A double blanket or cloth draped over the shoulders.
4. Chest cloth: Cloth used to keep the chest covered and dress neatly.
5. Angsa: The innermost fabric, sometimes with pockets. Worn alone when in temples.

These robes are often offered to monks by their disciples or relatives, rather than being bought or sewn by the monks themselves.

Silk, known for its shine, lightness, and good ventilation properties, is often chosen for sewing robes for monks. The clothing colors have been standardized across the country for use in royal ceremonies, known as "royal colors." However, some monasteries may use the original color of their master, except during royal ceremonies where the standard color is required.

Here are the silk colors available from Silkket Shop for tailoring monk robes:

• Yellow-Orange: Used in temples of the Maha Nikaya order (Dark royal color).

• Jackfruit Core or Rak Color: Yellowish-brown, originally used in Wat Thammayut Nikaya (Si Kaen Bowon).

• Royal Niyom Color: A blend of yellow-orange and jackfruit core. Used by monks from both Maha Nikaya and Thammayut orders during royal ceremonies.

• Dark Jackfruit Core Color: Commonly used by forest monks or meditation monks in the northeastern region.

• Red Color (Betel Nut Watercolor): Used by some monks in the northern region following the Burmese monastic pattern.

• Black Color (Purplish Brown): The color of certain monk robes.

• Brown Color: Chosen by monks of the Santi Asoke school to differentiate from other robes.

For those interested in purchasing silk fabric for sewing luxury outfits, please visit Silkket.com. Our shop offers plain colored silk, Mudmee pattern silk, native silk, and national silk in many different shades and patterns, with high-quality craftsmanship from expert technicians.

We at Silkket are proud to be a part of preserving this beautiful culture. For product assistance, please contact us via LineOA: @chobmai. Thank you for your support.

Source: Documentary Magazine Issue 443, February 2022

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