Fashionably Modest Asia (FMA) 2025 has officially concluded after taking place from 18-20 November at Pavilion Arena, Pavilion Damansara Heights. The showcase marked the beginning of an era, fusing liberation in contemporary modest clothing. According to FMA advisor Andrew Tan, the idea of organising the event had long been discussed since 2020. However, the idea finally came to fruition this year, with the participation of various brands.
Without further ado, here’s a recap of all the shows we caught throughout the week.
Min Luna X Sekian
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The first session was led by a strong start with a phenomenal styling session by Min Luna and Sekian. To set the tone, the backdrop displayed a quote from Rumi: “Let the beauty of what you love be what you do,” followed by a posed question: “Sebenarnya kita ini apa?” (translation: “What are we, actually?”) It portrayed the “with every style, a new part of us takes shape.” ideation.
They showcased a total of 20 looks across five different styling themes: Chroma A La Mode, The Modestreet Edit, A Tailored Affair, The Cultural Code, and Dressed To Thrill, combining various familiar local brands like Mimpikita, Saoi, and Behati. “Modest fashion is no longer on the sidelines – it’s officially on the radar!” said Min Luna during her speech at the end of the show.
Fuzana Mokhtaza
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On the second day, Fuzana Mokhtaza kicked off with a series of chiffons and fringes. As usual, garments from Fuzana Mokhtaza were nothing short of a dreamy fantasy. From the captivating waves of flowy fabrics and the glistening moving of tassels, along with the mindful structured silhouettes, the showcase was a pleasing balance between bold and whimsical – making it the perfect definition for fashionably modest.
Syomirizwa Gupta
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To close the second day, Syomirizwa Gupta revealed a new meaning to laid-back clothes with their new collection. The layering was nothing short of complex, although they might have opted for cleaner designs. The collection could make any viewer feel the need to immediately put them on, pair them with a straw bag and Arizona sandals, and then head to a beach in Bali. It was linen-drenched across all hues – casual to bold, perfect for every Malaysian’s capsule wardrobe. We only wished he came out with earth-tone colours.
Radzuan Radziwill
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Following Fashionably Modest Asia’s third day was Radzuan Radziwill. Polkadots, stripes, leopard prints – Radzuan Radziwill used every chic and trendy ingredient for his collection before elevating it with his magical touch. The designs were neck and waist-focused, with corsets and bold necklaces as focal points. Fabric-wise, the materials used were light and fitting for Malaysia’s weather, while the different prints were paired harmoniously.
Chris Nick from the Philippines reimagined tailoring with a series of blazer-inspired garments. He played with different silhouettes, lengths, fabrications, and matches. Cotton twill was seen paired with velvet, velvet was paired with shimmering duchess satin. The cocktail party theme of the collection was designed to befit the most significant nights.
Hari by Hari
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Without an ounce of bias, Hari by Hari was hands down the most fun show of the showcase. The layering was unlike what we usually see on a day-to-day basis. Jorts on top of jeans, plaid on top of warp prints – an eye opener of how modest fashion can be angled to be so modern and stylish. There’s no better way to describe it than to say it was truly reflective of a modern, modest Malaysian woman.
Hatta Dolmat
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Marking the end of FMA 2025 was Hatta Dolmat and his phenomenal show. Upholding the theme of quiet power, the designer paid homage to a lineup of Malaysia’s ‘wirawati’ (heroines), simultaneously portraying their power and elegance. The outstanding Zizi Kirana, who recently went to Gaza for a humanitarian aid mission, was among them. Her presence added a remarkable touch that merged fashion with national pride.
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