This independent fashion label was founded earlier this year by University for the Creative Arts graduate Hailey Lim. For Nor Neither's first fashion show, Lim staged an immersive experience for the audience. Everything from the music to the models' walk was curated to complement the collection's otherworldly aesthetic. 

The all-black collection, featuring gothic silhouettes, tangled tendrils and beautifully constructed layers of ruffles, is a testament to Lim's skill and technical knowledge as much as her creativity in bringing this experimental vision to life. The dramatic, dark blue closing number, in particular, deserves a special mention for its hand-dyed material and curved, structural shoulders, inspired by the shape of clams.

Drawing similarities between the clam's process of refining pearls and atelier craftsmanship, the piece is a celebration of the hard work that goes into each garment. "People often neglect the painstaking work to focus on the perfect and flawless side of fashion. This piece took around two months to complete, including fabric dyeing, pattern experimenting and cutting, sampling, and it is mostly hand-sewn due to the crunchiness of the material," shares Lim. "It is reworked from my graduation collection, which I didn't get to show to an audience due to the pandemic, so I made it exclusively for the Mercedes-Benz fashion show."

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After making their mark in the international fashion scene from Hong Kong to the US, UnitedWood finally makes its grand debut in Malaysia. Founders Voon Lai and Jonathan Cheng present a vast collection entitled 'Homecoming', showcasing their hero pieces as well as fall/winter 2022 offerings in their signature style—elegant and feminine with an edgy twist. 

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Joe Chia and Melissa Deng are in a league of their own. Their latest designs combines innovation, exceptional construction, and incredible tailoring, pushing the boundaries of modern menswear in Malaysia. 

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This Outdwell show was the epitome of energy. Models and dancers decked out in the local brand's impeccably-constructed denim and wool garments, which experimented with utilitarianism, from detachable elements to oversized pockets. 

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The highly-anticipated Fashion Futures competition to give a platform for emerging designers with less than four years of industry experience to showcase six complete looks to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week's discerning guests and a panel of esteemed judges. This year, the line-up of designers include Beverly Teo, Khoo En Zi, Muhammad Zaffir, Akmal Hakim, and Helmy Harun. 

The judging panel—comprised of industry veterans Daniel Boey, Andrea Kee, and Justin Yap—crowned Beverly Teo as the winner. For her prize, she will be sent on an all-expenses-paid trip to attend an international Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week event. 

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Wardrobe reimagines the traditional tailored suit by infusing it with modern elements, such as relaxed silhouettes, deconstructed jackets and streetwear-inspired styling. We also spot our favourite trend: bright bold suits, perfect for Malaysia's eternal summer.

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Neon accents, metallic textiles and a masterclass in pleating and gathering, A-Jane founder and creative director Alice Jane brings her avant-garde aesthetic, cultivated during her time studying Neue Musik composition in Germany, to new heights.

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