From traditional fashion pieces to aesthetic attire, these local independent fashion brands are the next big thing among Malaysian. These local brands are easy to access and get your hands on be it through online shopping or physical store.
A few of these local brands focus on promoting sustainable fashion as an effort to reduce environmental waste. Upgrade your wardrobe while playing your part as an eco-friendly human beings. Hop on the trend and shop local with these 10 Malaysian local independent homegrown clothing brand now.
10 Local Independent Clothing Brands That Are Worth The Support
1. Whimsigirl
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Whimsigirl is a best friend that will make you look good and feel good with their timeless clothing pieces. Empowering woman through sustainable fashion, Whimsigirl has made women to feel comfortable in their own skin with slaying clean outfits.
Whimsigirl was created through patience, thoughtfulness and positivity by a team of two who used to sell at art markets. Their collections of clothing pieces are a must to have in which you can do so through their website.
2. Hanya
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“For women, by women”, Hanya is a purposeful and conscious online based brand. Their aim is to create awareness for environment and female empowerment. Hanya focuses on creating the right products at the right price point while maintaining clean clothing production. To be part of Hanya’s community, follow them on Instagram and Facebook.
Some of the products that Hanya is selling are traditional wear, headscarves, tops, dresses, casual clothing and accessories in which you can get on their website or Shopee. For every products that are left in the inventory for more than 12-months, they will be used to create new items under the exclusive up-cycled category.
For any inquiries, you can email them at hello@shophanya.com.
3. Anaabu
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If you are a minimalist and practices clean fashion, Anaabu is the one for you. Using muted colors such as grey, black and earth tone colors, Anaabu is a clothing brand that tells story from its products while still putting comfort as a triage.
The founder of Anaabu, civil engineer turned vintage clothes seller, has a mission to choose a greener method of production to create a more sustainable space in the fashion industry. This creation was done by controlling resources hence making any Anaabu pieces exclusive, limited and one-of-a-kind.
Here on Anaabu’s website you can find tops, bottoms, dresses, outerwear, accessories and hosiery which are mostly unisex and super comfortable. Imagine your bed but as a clothing piece.
To stay updated with their future collections release, follow their Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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Addresses Operating Hours Contacts Social Media Johor Bahru Branch
Bev-C 54, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee,
80000 Johor Bahru,
JohorMonday, Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 6pm
Tuesday – CLOSED016-725 3530
Pinterest | YouTubePetaling Jaya Branch
Ilaika
17, Jalan 20/13,
Taman Paramount
Petaling Jaya, SelangorMonday – Sunday, 10am – 9pm 017-696 3927 Facebook | Instagram
4. Oh Sebenar
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Based in Kuala Lumpur, Oh Sebenar collections are dedicated for the women of today. With attention to detail, Oh Sebenar creates timeless pieces with a subtle hint of aesthetic and assurance of the highest quality. To get your hands on their pieces, you can do so by purchasing online through their website or Shopee.
From modern tops to traditional wears, Oh Sebenar embraces inclusivity that are made of and for women. With the tagline ‘Made with you in mind, always’, this local brand produces garments that are not bound to certain shapes and sizes. Instead, they celebrate every size exist.
As of today, Oh Sebenar is only available online. However, you can follow them on Instagram or Facebook for any upcoming pop-up booth in the future.
5. SUPERSUNDAY
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SUPERSUNDAY was created back in 2007 with the idea to experiment with designs that annihilate social norms making those wearing it different than others. SUPERSUNDAY aim to inspire younger generations through visuals on the matter to go beyond than the criterion of the society today.
This streetwear brand is known for its exclusive design of clothed that sell at the right price point for youngsters to get their hands on and style them on the street. From polo shirts to t-shirt, jeans to varsity and cap as well as socks, SUPERSUNDAY has paved their way into the fashion industry while creating ideas that benefits the younger generation.
Addresses Operating Hours Contacts Social Media Kuala Lumpur Branch
Monorail Station Bukit Bintang,
Bukit Bintang,
50250 Kuala LumpurMonday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm 018-323 3523 Facebook | Instagram Kuala Lumpur 2nd Branch
G3, KL East Mall, 823,
Jln Lingkaran Tengah 2,
KL Timur, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, SelangorMonday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm 012-925 3166 – Melaka Branch
LG BS-010 Dataran Pahlawan
Jalan Merdeka, Bandar Hilir,
75000 MelakaMonday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm 017-257 9151 –
6. ShalsKL
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Shalma Ainaa, the creative director of Shals has been leading the company towards a mission in bringing fresh ideas and contemporary designs in a form of clothing to make people feel good and look good. Shals is known for curating unique and trendy pieces for everyday wear of men and women.
For 10 years, Shals has been breaking boundaries without fail by producing clothing pieces, shoes and bags with the best quality at an affordable price for all. Shals is one of Malaysian top choice for a local fashion brand.
To stay updated on ShalsKL’s future collections, you can follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Addresses Operating Hours Contacts Social Media Kuala Lumpur Branch
Lot IT-001A, Level B1, The Curve,
6 Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara,
47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
(Near IPC link / IKEA tunnel)Monday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm 012-979 6550
TikTok | YouTubePenang Branch
157, Lebuh Pantai, George Town,
10300 George Town, Pulau PinangMonday – Saturday, 10am – 5.30pm
Sunday, 12pm – 5pm04-226 0679 Facebook | Instagram
7. KANOE WEAR
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KANOE is Malaysia’s best kept secret who was created in the urban tropical city of Kuala Lumpur. Bringing in textile from both locally and overseas, KANOE releases pieces that are exclusive, one-of-a-kind.
Behind every pieces in the collection of KANOE there local artisans, batik makers and refugee community linked to fair trade organizations in Malaysia. Not only you are purchasing batik modern wear but you are also supporting locals and people in need.
KANOE is currently an online-based business. However, they will be opening their first flagship store in the heart of Kuala Lumpur this year in August. Follow their Instagram for updates.
Addresses Operating Hours Contacts Social Media Kuala Lumpur Branch
Fireworks Concept Store
The Curve, Lot 28-29, Center Court, 6,
Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara,
47810 Petaling Jaya, SelangorMonday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm 011-2679 4152 Facebook | Instagram Penang Branch
China House Penang
153, Lebuh Pantai, George Town,
10300 George Town, Pulau PinangMonday – Sunday, 9.30am – 1am 04-263 7299 Facebook | Instagram
8. SVG Worldwide
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Celebrating their 6th anniversary this year, Savage Store or famously known as SVG, is a popular local streetwear brand. Founded by Muhammad Ashraf Khairul Anuar, SVG has paved their own into one of the highest demand streetwear brand in Malaysia.
SVG Worldwide is one of Malaysian local brand that curates hipster design and cultivate the culture of hip hop to produce a limited and exclusive design. Some Malaysian locals agree that SVG’s designs are one of a kind and no many other brands could pull of this kind of style.
At SVG Worldwide’s website, you can purchase a rare design jersey, sunnies, crewneck and more. However, they came in a very limited pieces. First come, first serve. You may also get them through Shopee.
SVG is only available online as of now. Follow their Instagram and Facebook to receive any update on upcoming pop-up booth in the future.
9. OPT.MY
