Meet Asia’s fashion insiders who are redefining the way we dress

A white gown encircled with a spiral of flowers, a jewel-toned dress with a bloom of feathers at its neckline—the dreamlike creations of Patty Ang have attracted a high-profile clientele, including Filipino actors like Dolly de Leon, international stars such as Aditi Rao Hydari and Vannessa Hudgens, and fellow Asia’s Most Stylish honouree, Roshan Valiram, who wore one of her designs, a top adorned with a statement-making silk satin ribbon outlined in pearls, in her Tatler Malaysia portrait. The fashion designer, who graduated from Central Saint Martins, also offers Patton, a line of everyday essentials that carries the same softness found in her bespoke work. Ang envisions these easy pieces will solve the dilemma of what to wear on busy days. “I believe what you wear every day reflects who you are,” she told Tatler. 

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With a career that spans more than a decade, the multi-hyphenate creative Mughni Che Din is one of the stalwarts of Malaysia’s fashion scene. The former magazine editor channels his expertise in fashion design, styling, art direction and brand building into MCD Creative, his firm that helps companies communicate their stories, whether it is a high-profile magazine cover or the launch of a collection. Involved in creative direction, public relations and more, MCD is also aligned with Mughni’s vision for the photographers, copywriters and hair and makeup crew, who he described as “the backbone of this industry”. He added: “I want to create a space where all creatives—old and new—can create magic together and thrive.”

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As the general manager of Far Eastern Department Stores (FEDS), the retail arm of the conglomerate Far Eastern Group, Nancy Hsu safeguards the legacy of Taiwan’s oldest department store chain, expanding its reach with the openings of Far Eastern Xinyi A13 and Far Eastern Zhubei in recent years. FEDS has shaped Taiwanese lifestyle for decades, with the opening of its Taichung branch in 1969 and its Baoqing store in 1972, the latter of which became a symbol of Taiwan’s stability in a time of economic crisis. Shifting times led to the closing of the Far Eastern Department Baoqing Store in July 2023—news that attracted crowds to the beloved landmark. On its last day, Hsu bowed to customers, thanking them for their loyalty and patronage. But fashion lovers need not worry: in its place, a larger eco-friendly building featuring all the amenities of a modern lifestyle hub will be built.

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Lisa Von Tang told Tatler that her favourite style icon was Brigitte Bardot because of “...the way she wore things, which had this wildness, this sensuality”, adding that the legendary French actress would go barefoot “even in the city”. This affinity to sensory pleasures can be seen in the fashion designer’s creations (see her open-back silk chiffon gown or the peek-a-boo crochet dress), which are also inspired by Von Tang’s multi-cultural experience. The Chinese German designer was born in Canada but is based in Singapore, where she established her eponymous brand in 2017. Von Tang’s label spans continents, as well, with production divided between Asia and Italy, and has a focus on sustainability, using natural dyes and materials for clothes that evoke both strength and femininity.

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Tatler Asia’s Most Stylish celebrates the region’s best-dressed individuals who not only embrace individuality but also redefine fashion’s boundaries. View the full list here.

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