The Mien are found to live densely in Chiang Rai, Nan, Phayao, Lampang, Kamphaeng Phet, Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, Tak and Phetchabun, Since they have no subgroups, the Mien in Thailand speak their common language with identical accent, dress up the similar costumes and belong to the same tradition and culture. However, there are some slight differences from village to village in different localities. Interestingly still, the Mien do have their original written language based on Chinese characters.
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.
