COSTUME
Mien women are skillful embroiderer. One particular style of Mien's traditional needlework is amazingly and meticulously done from the backside of a piece of cloth. If one wants to know what the finished designs look like, one has to turn and look at the other side. The cross-stitch technique which has become more popular this day was introduced only 50-60 years ago.

A woman's attire consists of a loose-fitting pant beautifully decorated withfine embroidery works. Is worn with a long wrapper, of which the front ends are tied at the back of her waist so that a full view of the delicate embroidered designs of the pant can be seen. Along the hem of the wrapper from neck to waist, a string of red knitting wool is worn. There are also a waistband and a turban.
Mien men usually wear a short shirt and a pair of loose-fitting trouser. The hem and the pocket look beautiful with embroidery works.

As far as the ornaments and accessories are concerned, the Mien are fond of silver products. For example, a round shaped silver necklace with long tails hanging from the back is worn. Mien's exquisite and meticulous silver craftsmanship is well known among many tribal groups in Thailand.