In the past, Malay women used to wear kain batik lepas (unstitched batik sarong) for both casual home wear and formal occasions.

(Above) Some of the winning batik designs from previous years on display at Wisma Penyayang in Seri Kembangan. Piala Seri Endon is a showcase for local batik artisans to captivate with their ...

The Andani Studio founder recently led a workshop on how to wear batik sarongs with confidence and modern flair.

Norhaslilee Ibrahim credits her late art teacher for nurturing her talent, which has led her to become a pioneering creator of ‘bunga lado’ batik. (Bernama pic) When she was in secondary school, ...