Rattan gown by fashion designer Melinda Looi is a tribute to Malaysian artisans

Fashion designer Melinda Looi said the rattan weaving process itself took eight months to complete, Photo: Aina Abdul

The attire singer Aina Abdul wore when she performed at a recent event to celebrate National Unity Week 2024 was a real head-turner. It was no surprise that it drew so much attention as her voluminous gown was made of rattan – yes, the same natural material which is used in making furniture.

Maintaining the natural colour of the rattan and adorned with pink embroidery, the unique dress looked beautiful on Aina, who won the best vocal award at the 37th Anugerah Juara Lagu last year.