Hawaiian shirts, or "Songkran shirts" to Thais, were first introduced to Thailand by U.S. servicemen and American pop culture in early 1960s. The shirts were quickly associated with Songkran; there was even a Hawaiian dress contest held annually just before the holidays. Happy Songkran!

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Hawaiian shirts, or “Songkran shirts” to Thais, were first introduced to Thailand by U.S. servicemen and American pop culture in early 1960s. The shirts were quickly associated with Songkran; there was even a Hawaiian dress contest held annually just before the holidays. Happy Songkran!