Do people wear jeans in Thailand?

Shorts or trousers For a night out, a pair of nice jeans is much preferred. Shorts are pretty common in most bars catering towards Westerners, and they're fine in many casual Thai nightspots too. For nightclubs in Bangkok and some other areas, men won't be allowed in without pants.



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Thais wear jeans, but it's safe to say that most Westerners aren't acclimated to the heat and will be waaay too hot. Jeans also take a long time to dry on a clothesline and are heavy in your suitcase. 100% cotton shirts take a long time to dry compared to shirts with cotton blends.

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For a night out, a pair of nice jeans is much preferred. Shorts are pretty common in most bars catering towards Westerners, and they're fine in many casual Thai nightspots too. For nightclubs in Bangkok and some other areas, men won't be allowed in without pants.

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Jeans are commonly worn by Thai locals, but those who are intolerant of the heat might be more comfortable in fabrics such as linen or light cotton. Modest skirts, shirts, and dresses are also good options. Because of the hot weather, materials like polyester are best avoided.

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By showing some discretion about what you wear you will win respect from your Thai hosts. Many Thai people will be wearing black or white, but this isn't mandatory. Tourists aren't expected to dress in the same way as Thai people, but showing respect will be appreciated by locals.

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Thailand is probably one of the safest places in the world to crossdress openly, so if that's your style then you'll probably have a blast. Just make sure you aren't discarding chewing gum on the floor, you might end up with a hefty fine or spending the night behind bars!

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The dress code is simple really, for both men and women, knees and shoulders must be covered. Additionally, no see-through clothing or skin-tight clothing. So, ladies, this means no leggings, please! The majority of the temples in Bangkok don't strictly enforce this dress code.

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The following are some examples of prohibited goods:
  • Narcotics.
  • Pornographic materials.
  • Counterfeit trademark goods and IPR infringing goods.
  • Fake notes or coins.
  • Reserved animals or CITES-listed wildlife.


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The basic rule is to cover your shoulders and knees (both sexes), and ideally, you'd cover your ankles too. On the bottom, wear longer shorts, capris, pants/trousers or a knee-length-or-longer skirt. On top, choose any shirt that fully covers your shoulders and has zero cleavage.

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The best things to wear in Thailand for women are long skirts and dresses, cropped or long pants with button-down shirts or short sleeve tees. For men shorts and long pants with short sleeve tees, polo shirts, and long-sleeved button-downs.

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Avoid Short Skirts So, unless you want to dress up in a Thai school uniform, you're better off wearing something a little longer. Above the knee is considered totally fine, but mid-thigh would be too short.

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Although it might not always seem like it, Thailand is actually very conservative in many respects. If you are walking or cycling around a city, it isn't polite to take off your shirt.

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10 things I wish I knew before going to Thailand
  • The Head Is Sacred. ...
  • Scamming is Common. ...
  • There's excellent Healthcare. ...
  • To Tuk-Tuk or Not. ...
  • The Political Scenery Can Be Volatile. ...
  • Having Comfy Sandals Is Convenient. ...
  • They Use a Different Calendar. ...
  • Monks Can't Beg.


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Final Thoughts On Money In Thailand
It's easy to top up, gives you an excellent exchange rate, and you can use it to pay for things in Thailand. As you can see, having cash is still a must in Thailand.

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Of course, it is perfectly safe to wear a red shirt in Thailand! Unless that is you wear one and join a mass demonstration against the army's orders... Red is an auspicious color in Thailand cause of the Thai-Chinese, and Sunday is the 'red day of the week'.

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What Not to Wear in Thailand. There's a few things you probably won't want to wear in Thailand. In general I never pack booty shorts, strappy tank tops, leggings, or heels to Thailand. Unless you plan on going clubbing in Bangkok I would definitely leave the heels at home.

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Drinking area – Thailand is a highly religious country that is intolerant of profane activities. Drinking alcohol is illegal in places including temples, worship sites, pharmacies, gas stations, public offices, public parks and schools. Lawbreakers will face imprisonment of six months and or a fine of over 10,000 Baht.

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