Author: Vicky Fong

Going bold this Raya

ZALORA recently introduced the “House of ZALORAYA,” which featured all of ZALORA’s Raya designers’ collections in Kuala Lumpur. Many people attended the fashion show to see new bold looks for this year’s Hari Raya celebration. Each presentation captured the essence of a traditional Hari Raya. Capturing the essence of Hari

From Long Seridan to Buckingham Palace

Munica Liwan is a Kelabit originally from the indigenous tribe in Long Seridan, a settlement in the Miri division of Sarawak. Never did she imagine that one day she would be invited to Buckingham Palace, hosted by King Charles and his Queen Consort Camilla. Eyeing the bigger market Munica Liwan

Going natural

The use of environmentally friendly textiles that are naturally dyed is expanding on a global scale, and this is helping the fight to rid the world of harmful synthetic dyes. Green textiles also encourage continuity and sustainability, leading to a more secure future for all. An eco-conscious exhibition was recently organised

The world’s the runway

Being a model is glamorous and exciting as it involves wearing stunning designer outfits and travelling all over the world. However, it is a competitive, challenging, and even unpredictable industry, especially when it comes to finding work. For Kelly Ng, her dream is to become a model. She is determined

‘DARA KENYALANG’ Reality Show Coming to TVS

A new reality show, “DARA KENYALANG”, will premiere this Sunday at 3pm on TVS. It will feature our lovely Sarawakian ladies. Here, the show’s producer, director, and creator, Harry Frederick, gives us titbits about the series. Reality show with a Sarawak twist A new reality show will air on TVS Channel

Helping underprivileged children

Prices for diapers, which are considered necessities for families with babies and children, have increased by 25 per cent to 30 per cent in rural areas. This is a great challenge for the B40 families. It can be very stressful for mothers to not have an adequate supply of diapers for their

Roses are red … so is power

FARAMAS lights up the Malacca Straits Gala Night show’s runway in red! According to its founder Fara Mas, red has had a significant impact on fashion and will continue to do so. Red has a strong association with feminine power throughout many cultures, but it also signifies passion, joy, and

Young, bold, on fleek

Young fashion graduates from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam dazzled the crowd on the Straits Gala Night 2023 runway in Malacca with their stunning designs. Bold and modish, their styles look great for cinematic costumes and cosplays, and are what the younger generation may want to wear nowadays. UiTM graduates

Malacca’s transformation into a fashion hub

Sheng Tai International (STI) Sdn Bhd, a visionary development company founded by a charismatic property developer Dato’ Leong Sir Ley held its inaugural Straits Gala 2023 at The Sail Superdome, located at its iconic mixed-use development, The Sail Malacca, in Malacca on January 13. Around 1,000 people attended, including international

The Oriental Batik

The 2023 collection by Eric Choong is certainly dramatic and excitingly oriental. He draws inspiration from Japanese art culture for his new collection, “Scents of Geisha,” and uses no high-tech methods to apply his artwork to the garments. Integrating batik motifs into Japanese art Fashion is deeply rooted in self-expression