What happens when Baipor and Sretsis fashion their identity? They mirror personal style and artistry in Koktail Thailand’s first digital cover, sharing a spirit of arrival and parallel journeys.

This is Koktail Thailand’s very first digital cover, and it feels only fitting that it should be shared with two names now at defining moments of their journeys. On one side is Thitiya “Baipor” Jirapornsilp, whose breakthrough in the film You & Me & Me (2023) has marked her arrival as one of the most exciting young talents of her generation. On the other is Sretsis, the fashion house founded by sisters Pim, Kly, and Matina Sukhahuta, whose long-standing vision has just taken new root in Bangkok with the unveiling of Sretsis’ first flagship store in their hometown.

Together they embody a shared coming-of-age story. Baipor steps confidently into a career that is only beginning to unfold, what many would call ‘a really bright future’, a kind of checkpoint in life that feels both personal and professional. Meanwhile Sretsis reaches a new level of recognition at home compounded by years of international acclaim. Their paths converge in a moment that captures the spirit of maturity, creativity and, of course, individuality.

A Homecoming for Sretsis

Eleven years after opening its standalone store Sretsis Inn in Aoyama, Tokyo, the brand has branched out of its mall branch with a flagship in Bangkok. Located at 38 Soi Tonson, the space feels both grounded and dreamlike. Just steps from the bustle of the city, the quiet tree-lined street sets the scene for a store that carries visitors into a universe where fashion is as much about imagination as it is about style.

And lesser known, that Sretsis, apart from being the word ‘sister’ spelled backwards to echo the brand’s whimsical aesthetic, also got inspiration from The Mirror of Erised, the magical mirror in Harry Potter that reveals the deepest and most desired of a person’s heart–an ethos reflected throughout the flagship, where every corner mirrors individuality.

Every corner of the flagship tells a story. The journey begins in The New Arrivals Room, named after the Autumn-Winter 2013 collection. It introduces the brand’s seasonal vision while setting a tone of discovery. Hand-painted constellation designs by artist Terawat Teankaprasith shimmer on mirrored ceilings, surrounding visitors with a sense of wonder and renewal.

From there the path leads upstairs to Sretsis Atelier. Here dressmaking becomes personal. Dark wood panelling recalls a classic gentleman’s atelier, while custom pieces created from the brand’s archive fabrics emphasise individuality and refinement.

Let’s not forget to mention the Heritage Wall, the stairway connecting the first and second floors, and also Pim’s most cherished space, as it collects the brand’s legacy with pieces from different collections worn by various notable figures–like a living archive of its identity and evolution.

The experience culminates in the Up in the Clouds Salon, where cocktail dresses float mid-air on a carousel surrounding a mirrored Pegacorn. The hand-painted Up in the Clouds motif, first introduced in Autumn-Winter 2011, reappears across walls and even on a piano, evoking a dreamlike return to childhood imagination.

Baipor’s Own Story of Coming of Age

In parallel to this new chapter for Sretsis, Baipor has reached her own turning point. Her performance in You & Me & Me introduced her to audiences with charm, warmth and a natural authenticity. The film, with its themes of youth and transition, reflected her own stage of life as she moved from school to university.

“Of course the film itself was a coming-of-age story,” 

Baipor reflects,

“but for me it was even more than that. It was my debut, my first step into this world of acting, and it gave me so many opportunities that I never imagined. Every day on set, every scene we shot, became a memory that I will carry with me. It was not just acting, it was growing up.”

She describes this period as one where her personal life mirrored her work. 

“I was in high school then, moving into university, and it felt like a natural checkpoint in my life. That’s why I say it was a fresh beginning. I discovered more about myself, and that experience still motivates me.”

Fashion as a Mirror of Self

Fashion, too, has long been central to her sense of self. 

“Since I was a child, I have loved dressing up,” 

she says.

 “Over the years I’ve experimented with so many styles, from vintage to very modern looks. Now working in the entertainment industry, I can explore even more. With Sretsis, I got to try something new, something I had never worn before. It gave me a look that felt refreshing, but also connected with parts of me I had not yet shown.”

When asked which Sretsis look spoke most strongly to her, Baipor points to one with a cinematic spirit.

 “I loved the last look from Fall-Winter 2025. Its concept related to film, especially silent cinema, which I studied. It reminded me of my classes and the way film can tell stories without words. That connection made me feel I was bringing part of my own history into the shoot.”

Both Sretsis and Baipor share a quality that ties their journeys together: an almost perfectionist attention to detail. Baipor explains, 

“I think of fashion as another form of storytelling, very much like acting. I tend to be a perfectionist. When I work I want to give each detail the care it deserves. With acting, I build a character piece by piece, from feelings to persona to identity. In fashion I approach each look with the same care. Every outfit is an image of myself going out into the world, so my team and I always put thought into every detail. That effort makes me feel fulfilled.”

In the same way, Sretsis builds its world through layers of creativity and precision, turning whimsy into a storytelling space. Each room of this flagship store is a chapter and each detail serves a purpose. It is this shared sensibility–of treating creation as a craft of detail and meaning–that makes the collaboration between Baipor and Sretsis feel so natural.

So… Parallel Journeys After All?

For Pimdao “Pim” Sukhahuta, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Sretsis, the collaboration with Baipor could not have come at a better time.

“It is a very exciting moment for us,” 

Pim says.

“We feel that Baipor shares something with Sretsis–a youthful spirit, a little bit of rebellion, and an openness to explore. Bringing the two together creates an energy that feels very much of this generation, very much of the now.”

She continues, 

“This flagship is also the first time we can present the full Sretsis universe in Bangkok. We have never done this before, and to be able to show it alongside someone like Baipor, who is at the beginning of such a bright journey, gives the whole project a new vibration. It feels cutting-edge, and it feels right for both of us.”

Baipor sees the connection just as clearly.

 “Every room in this store has a story,” 

she reflects. 

“When I walked through, I felt each detail, each design decision. It reminded me of building a character on screen, how you have to construct every part carefully so that the person feels real. For me the Sretsis flagship is like that. It is not only about clothes, it is about telling a story.”

Asked how she hopes audiences will feel when they see her on Koktail’s first digital cover, Baipor answers with characteristic thoughtfulness. 

“I hope young women feel inspired,” 

she says.

“Sretsis is a brand that speaks to every woman of every age, and in many ways every gender. There is something universal in it, something creative that people can relate to. If this cover can make someone reflect on themselves and feel encouraged, then I am very happy.”

Our first digital cover stands as a symbol of renewal. For Sretsis, it is the return home of a brand that has always embraced imagination. For Baipor, this time is just the beginning of a career defined by ambition and authenticity. Together they represent the wider idea of self-expression. Both speak to a generation unafraid of growth, eager to experiment, and ready to claim its place in the cultural landscape.

As Pim reflects,

 “It is an exciting time, a new vibration for both of us.”

And as Baipor adds, 

“This collaboration feels fresh. I hope everyone who sees it takes away something new, something inspiring that reflects back into their own lives.”

This is a celebration of style and identity, of stories told through fabric and performance, and of milestones that mark the beginning of something greater.