Do you have a traditional costume in your wardrobe?
If yes, how many times you wear it in one year?
Each costume is unique just as how one culture distinguished itself from another. Before there are fashion parades on Paris runways, before a pair of plain jeans complimented with a simple top becomes a basic daily attire, we wore traditional costumes.
When Western fashion is universally accepted, our traditional garments take a backseat. Whether it's work or casual, most of us naturally opt for trendy, edgy or comfortable outfits. Our traditional clothes have become 'festive clothes' or 'special occasion clothes'.
Don't be surprise if a friend of yours don't have a single traditional costume because this has become the norm lately. If you ask them why not get one, they probably say, "Aiyah, it's okay...no need to buy, just borrow!"
Time may have changed, but should this be a good reason to abandon traditional clothes which our parents and ancestors once proudly wore?
It's okay to wear fashionable outfits but let us appreciate and respect our traditional costumes as well. Wouldn't it be sad if our future generation do not have the chance to wear traditional attires? If we let this go on, our traditional costumes will slowly be reduced to historical artifacts, displayed on lifeless mannequins in cultural museums.
Take cue from the Malay working women who proudly donned a baju kurung or a baju kebaya to their office. They look graceful and still exude professionalism. A punjabi suit can also deliver the same result.
Get yourself a traditional attire today. Learn how to wear a saree. Discover the elegance of the cheongsam.
Traditional costumes are not outdated. They are timeless, essence of the cultures they represent.
This 3rd July, come and witness a splendid display of Malaysia's traditional costumes.
THE 1 MALAYSIA WEDDING FIESTA FASHION SHOW
3rd July 2011, Sunday
1 pm until 5pm
Tun Razak Hall 2, Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Featuring 15 International Models
Organised by Aspra Events, one of 1MWF2011's Official Partner
Entrance is free, see you there.
Happy 1 Malaysia,
By Megha and Pen
THE 1 MALAYSIA WEDDING FIESTA FASHION SHOW
3rd July 2011, Sunday
1 pm until 5pm
Tun Razak Hall 2, Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Featuring 15 International Models
Organised by Aspra Events, one of 1MWF2011's Official Partner
Entrance is free, see you there.
Happy 1 Malaysia,
By Megha and Pen
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