Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter , or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. Fashion duo Rizman Ruzaini revealed the attires the Malaysian contingent will wear at the Paris 2024 Olympics Games opening ceremony. Named “The Malaya,” the attires for both men and women were inspired by our local pre-independence heroes such as Dato’ Maharaja Lela, Dol Said, Yamtuan Antah, Tok Janggut, Dato’ Bahaman, Mat Kilau, Haji Abdul Rahman Limbong, Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Rentap, Mat Salleh, Antanum, and Sharif Masahor.
As a brand that champions the selection of our local traditional cultural attire such as Baju Kurung Pahang, Baju Kurung Kedah, Baju Melayu, and Sampin, creative director Ruzaini Jamil said the inspiration demonstrates how fashion unites all races in a peaceful and united country like Malaysia. The vision for this collection had been on their minds since the previous Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week shows. We have a rich history, and we want it to continue as a beautiful unification for all ethnicities.
A post shared by Olympic Council of Malaysia (@olympicmas) The women’s attire, the elegant Baju Kurung, is paired with a headscarf to enhance the graceful appearance while “fitting perfectly on the female athletes.” As for the men, the Baju Melayu Teluk Belanga is selected as it’ll suit the hot, summer weather. This ensures comfort for the male athletes and provides them with a distinguished look.
Both women’s and men’s attires feature son.