Designer Melinda Looi collaborates with Penan artisans on singer Aina Abdul’s rattan dress

The gown was specially created by reknowned fashion designer Melinda Looi , in collaboration with rattan artisans from the Penan ethnic group in Sungai Tutoh village, Baram, Sarawak. — Picture courtesy of Instagram/ainabdulKUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — 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’s more of an art piece rather than a dress. I created this as an artistic inspiration and not as a commercial wearable outfit.“I hope this work can inspire the younger generation to appreciate and preserve Malaysia’s heritage crafts. We must ensure our craftsmen, artisans and local businesses are able to sustain their crafts for a longer period,” she told Bernama.

She said she also collaborated with the Tun Jugah Foundation on the pattern, Tanoti Crafts on the rattan weaving, and Jaw Textile and Printing on the digital textile printing.

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Melinda Looi Collaborates With Penan Artisans On Singer Aina Abdul’S Rattan Dress

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