Traditional Malay Fashion

Traditional Malay attire for men is the baju melayu, a loose tunic which is worn over trousers and usually accompanied with a sarong called a sampin which is wrapped around the hips. It is also often accompanied with a songkok or kopiah

Malay women wear the baju kurung. Originally, the term "baju kurung" referred to both the men's and women's attire. The older definition is still maintained in Singapore. The clothing for Baju Kurung are: knee-length blouse worn over a long skirt. The blouse is long-sleeved and collarless, while the skirt, called a kain, has pleats on one side. A headscarf is sometimes worn with this. Another popular traditional costume is the kebaya, a more tight-fitting two-piece dress. This is often considered less formal. It is worn by the female flight attendants of Malaysia Airlines.

Prior to the wide embrace of Islam, Malay women wore "kemban", which were sarongs tied just above the chest.

Baju Melayu

Baju Melayu is worn by males and traditionally matched with a 'sampin' which is worn around the hips and a 'songkok' which is a black headpiece.

Baju Kurung

The clothing for Baju Kurung are: knee-length blouse worn over a long skirt. The blouse is long-sleeved and collarless, while the skirt, called a kain, has pleats on one side. A headscarf is sometimes worn with this.

Kebaya

Another popular traditional costume is the kebaya, a more tight-fitting two-piece dress. This is often considered less formal. It is worn by the female flight attendants of Malaysia Airlines.