Malaysian menswear tailors forced to adapt, but suits will live on

Beyond pairing it with a shirt and tie, the approach to wearing a suit has changed. Photo: Wardrobe

During the Covid-19 pandemic, fashion took a beating. Menswear especially, was greatly affected by the change in lifestyle.

Formal clothing, specifically suits, became redundant as men had no fancy events to go to. They did not even have to step into the office when strict lockdowns came into place.