M-IFW09: One Minute Quickies with Models
On the very last night of the Malaysia International Fashion Week 09, Gwen and I were milling around gathering our wits after the star-studded BDA Gala when who should we see standing outside but Tinie, the M-IFW'09 Female Model of the Year. Of course we couldn't give up the opportunity to interview her and she kindly gave us some of her time. We also snagged a quickie with Malaysian supermodel Tengku Azura!
M-IFW09: BDA Jewel of the East & Men's World
BDA fashion designers showcased their skills and craftmanship in the "Jewel of the East" on the last day. This is the second time BDA has been honoured their opportunity to participate in the MIFW, based on the tremendous success of its previous involvement in 2008. The showcase featured ten talented designers for both men and women garment.
M-IFW 09: M-IFA Gala
Global fashion shakers and makers flocked to the Malaysia-International Fashion Awards (M-IFA) Gala and Awards Presentation night to witness fashion showcases from top local and international designers. Drawing huge cheers from the crowd were the collections of Dato' Farah Khan, YSL, Pucci and Dato' Bernard Chandran, as well as the Malaysian fashion industry's equivalent to the 'Oscars', the M-IFA Awards Presentation. Read on to see who the winners were for M-IFW09!
M-IFW 09: Eclipse by Sonny San
Just back from Russia to showcase his fabulous sparkling collection in Russian Fashion Week barely a month ago, Malaysia's first king of ready-to-wear and Malaysian International Fashion Alliance (MIFA) Designer of The Year 08, Sonny San bowled us over with his latest collection under the Eclipse label.
M-IFW09: Born with Style
The Born with Style showcase which highlighted the collections of Villiam Ooi, Hazree Wahid and Gallo by Thian started off swiftly with great aplomb when the models for Villiam Ooi's collection marched out at the start of the runway in his designs. Their actions, much like the designs demanded full attention from the audience and marked a great start to the showcase that highlights three of Malaysia's most promising designers.
M-IFW09: Couture Inspirations
The Couture Inspirations showcase which happened on Day 3 was one that highlighted Malaysian style haute couture. High end fashion with intricate detailing was given a dash of local culture with the usage of traditional fabrics and designs. The three brands that showcased their intrepid design-making skills were David Fung, N.A.F.I Collezione and local shoe brand N.Y.C. Come see what happens when East collides with the West.
M-IFW09: Soft Seduction
Jumping from show by one talented designer to the next, our third day kicked off with a showcase called Soft Seduction featuring Kwan Creation Spring/Summer 10 collections by Daniel Cho, one of mifa’s KL Six.
M-IFW09: An Afternoon Affair
After witnessing the kaleidoscope of collections during the Curtain Unveil and watched the 10 Rising Stars flaunt their pieces, fashion devotees such as ourselves were treated to An Afternoon Affair – a sizzling showcase that features talented home-grown designers and brands.
M-IFW09: Curtain Unveil
After great excitement and much fanfare from all corners of the local fashion scene, the Malaysian International Fashion Week (M-IFW) kicked off to rousing support from a packed crowd. Now in its 7th consecutive year, Malaysia's most high-profile fashion event started out with a fashion show from MaxMara and Diane von Furstenberg Autumn/Winter 2009 Collection on Wednesday night. Yesterday's morning event, 'Curtain Unveil', highlighted 8 designers that were making waves locally - Amir Luqman, Glitz Glamour, Jimmy Lim, PU3, Oscar, PEGG, Syomir and LyndaRahim KL. With Ai Tominaga officiating the catwalk as the first model out, the show was off to a great start.
