Fashion/Clothing

Due to globalization, the styles of other western countries has significantly altered the dressing of Malaysians, especially in Kuala Lumpur. One can easily spot the latest designer bags being carried around. More and more international brands are hitting the shores of Malaysia. American brands such as the Gap, Forever 21, Guess are some of the numerous apparel outlets which can easily be found in major shopping centers. Even European fashion houses, such as Zara, Mango, and Topshop have numerous stores. With more shopping malls being constructed, different Western brands are entering the Malaysian clothing market. They not only cater to locals but also the large expatriate community in Kuala Lumpur.

The market for imitation goods is also rapidly increasing these days. These goods include clothing, handbags, perfumes, watches, jewelry, and even cosmetics. Imitation grades have also been established, the highest being grade AA. The higher the grade, the more expensive the item is. It is also becoming more difficult to differ between original and imitation goods. Imitation brands include Gucci, Loius Vuitton, Tiffany & Co just to name a few. These goods can easily be found, especially at Petaling Street, where an entire street is devoted to imitation goods.

Bordering Asian countries have also influenced the dressing style of Malaysians. The Japanese style of Harajuku has inspired the dressing style of many Chinese teenagers here. This style of dressing can easily be spotted. It consists of a large variety of concepts. From wearing bright colors, shirts with heavy prints, to lace trim and knee high stockings. The media is also a contributing factor, especially Hong Kong and Taiwanese media. This is because these countries also communicate in Mandarin which is the mother tongue of the Chinese population in Malaysia.

Malaysia’s population consists of Malays as a majority. Malays, as they are Islam’s, have a more conservative sense of dressing. They are required to wear scarves to conceal their hair. Also, they opt for more traditional clothing as many choose to wear the Baju Kurung on a daily basis. The nature of the Malaysian dressing style is fairly conservative. While many in Western nations prefer to show more skin during the summer seasons, Malaysians are comfortable with the year long heat and have no problem being somewhat conservative.

On top of those, many amateur have start up shopping-blogs! Despite selling the clothes, shoes and accessories in such way, the quality and choices are of satisfactory to the consumers. Moreover, the goods sold are cheaper as they save more on costs to open and maintain a shop. For example, http://ashopaholicsden.blogspot.com/ reviews and features many other shopping-blogs.