Every fashion lover would know that accessories such as a statement necklace or earrings would elevate their overall look. In Sarawak, we have an affinity for our Borneo beads as the choice of fashion accessories. The Borneo International Beads Conference 2019 (BIBCo 2019) promised everything any bead and fashion lovers would adore; fashion, glamour, opulent […]
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Fashion has come a long way in Sarawak. With Alta Moda Sarawak, we could be looking at Kuching becoming a fashion hub over the next few years as the three-day fashion show which ran from March 7-9 at the Old DUN Building showcased the best Sarawak designers had to offer when it came to creativity, […]
While Sarawak has firmly established itself as THE place to go for world music, and as a Culture, Adventure and Nature destination (did you know Gunung Mulu National Park was a UNESCO World Heritage site?), it aims to be the leading fashion hub in this region with the upcoming lifestyle and fashion event ALTA MODA […]
Style Series is a series of events organised to share fashion concepts and empower emerging new talents in Southeast Asia and Europe. The first of its event, Style Series Episode 1: China Rouge was held on Jan 27 at Chabo Dine and Bar. And this time, the fashion event showcased a spectacular Chinese New Year […]
Paul Carling Rahit, the brain behind the Paul Carling label is a young Kuching-based fashion designer. He curated the national costume for Malaysian representative Debra Jeanne Poh for the 6th Miss Grand International Pageant in Myanmar last October. Inspired by the Rhinoceros hornbill, Sarawak’s emblem and a powerful symbol for its headhunter warriors, the 28-year-old […]
Not everyone is a fan of secondhand clothes. Here in Malaysia, there are plenty of bad impressions about them, even with the cuddly label of ‘pre-loved’. “They are dead people’s clothes.” “You will never find something fashionable.” “They are all outdated.” Secondhand clothes are usually called ‘baju bundle’ or bundle clothes because they are sold […]
Secondhand shopping is a skill that needs to be learned. It requires practice and perseverance so that you won’t leave a thrift or vintage store with regrets. Furthermore, mastering secondhand shopping also allows you to grab that one perfect piece of clothing before everybody else. Here are Kajo-tested and approved techniques on how to master […]
We’ve heard the phrases “dress for success” or “dress for the job that you want, not the job you have.” Dressing up will boost your self-confidence, promote self-respect and give a good impression. As Coco Chanel’s famous quote goes, “Dress shabbily and they remember the dress. Dress impeccably and they remember the woman.” Now comes […]
KUCHING, Aug 9: The inaugural Alta Moda Sarawak, a fashion showcase will place the spotlight on the work of at least 20 designers this Oct 25 to 27. To be held at the old State Legislative Assembly building, the event aims to promote Sarawak as a state of diversity with different ethnics and cultures. Speaking […]
When it comes to health and beauty, everybody agrees Korean women have most of the know-how. They know plenty of sometimes unheard of tips; from taking traditional herbs to performing modern exercise for the wellness of the body and mind. During an episode of KBS’ Beauty Bible, Miss Korea 2016 titleholder Kim Jinsol impressed the viewers […]