By Jessica Ye (Jessica Yap)
The current season finds its most compelling narrative in the work of Sretsis. Founded in Bangkok by sisters Pim, Kly, and Matina Sukhahuta, the house has spent two decades building a world where Thai craftsmanship meets a sharp, global perspective. With the “Cabana Banana” collection, the brand moves beyond simple holiday dressing to present a thoughtful study in how tropical motifs can be reimagined with a lighter, more considered touch.
The collection is anchored by custom-woven textiles that speak to a deep-rooted understanding of craft. The Tropical Fruit Salad pieces and the Frutti Handkerchief Top are not merely decorative; they represent a deliberate mastery of knit and weave. Here, the “Fruit Salad” embroidery is executed with a level of hand-work that echoes the house’s archival silk-working techniques, ensuring each piece feels personal rather than mass-produced.
The Cherry Cake Dress and the Banana Cupcake Dress provide a sharp contrast in silhouette. There is a specific tactile friction here; the intricate silk chiffon ruffles are used to emulate the delicate piping of frosting, bringing a culinary aesthetic into a wearable, structural form.
The Choco Banana Knit T-Shirt further demonstrates this tactical use of texture. Composed of 100% cotton with a signature dark chocolate striped knit, it features a refined banana embroidery that serves as a key anchor for the collection. This piece is designed for a regular fit, prioritising a balanced silhouette that moves easily between professional and leisure contexts.
The silhouettes in “Cabana Banana” lean toward a playful ease without losing the brand’s signature technical focus. The Josephine Dress, in its dark brown cotton-voile, uses refined banana embroidery along the collar and skirt to ground the whimsical theme in something more substantial. Meanwhile, the A La Mode Blouse (pictured above) and A La Mode Skirt introduce a more structured take on the tropical print, allowing for a mix-and-match approach that remains polished
By prioritising the technicality of the fabric, specifically the use of 100% silk chiffon and hand-crafted brocades, Sretsis ensures the work maintains its value far beyond the current season. This is a collection for those who value the architecture of a garment as much as the narrative it carries.
Where to Shop the Collection
For those looking to purchase pieces from the Resort 2026 “Cabana Banana” collection, the primary points of access include:
• Bangkok: Sretsis Inn Bangkok, Sretsis Central Chidlom Boutique, Sretsis Siam Paragon, and Sretsis Emporium.
• Global: Available via the official Sretsis Online Store, with international shipping to Singapore and beyond.
