After a bruising period during the pandemic, the Malaysian fashion industry stepped up its game last year in anticipation of 2023. – Photo composite: KLFW, Alia Bastamam
After two years of intermittent lockdowns, the Malaysian fashion scene roared back to life in 2022. From physical runway shows making a return to the launching of new labels, it has been an exciting time indeed.
Those within the industry had great hopes for a bounceback after businesses took a hit during the pandemic. This optimism is something expected to carry over into the new year. Yet, it seems things will not exactly go back to status quo.