There is a curious tendency for tourists all over the world to dress as though they might be appearing in a circus, and Bangkok is not a city that suffers such ostentation gladly.
Things to remember:
- Most Thai people dress conservatively and well
- A tourist who appears in public attired like a clown will silently be judged to be one
- "Smart casual" is the order of the day
- Garish or revealing attire should be reserved strictly for the beach
- Ladies should avoid bare shoulders, and low dresses
- Shorts are not recommended for either sex, except at the seaside or the tennis court