Dutch designer under fire for wanting ‘to see Malays dress beautiful again’


Malay women are proud of their traditional baju kurung and wear it during festivals, as well as every day. Photo: 123rf.com

A Dutch designer based here has come under fire for her crusade of wanting to “see Malays dressing beautifully again”, sparking accusations of cultural appropriation.

Netizens took issue with comments made by Nala Design founder Lisette Scheers who said “my dream is to see the baju kurung return, to see Malays dressing beautifully again. Growing up this country was full of beautiful fabrics and colours," in a South China Morning Post article.

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