Royal thread

KUALA LUMPUR (May 17): Established in 2017, home-grown menswear label Kapten Batik sought to revitalise the traditional textile within Malaysia’s contemporary lifestyle by crafting classic slim-fit and geometrical-themed looks to tote bags and ties. Now, the brand is collaborating with Selangor royal YAM Tengku Datin Paduka Setia Zatashah to launch its first female-centric range, dubbed the Princess Collection. The limited edition capsule, available starting May 22, embodies everyday grace and a meaningful cause. In this week’s cover story, Zatashah discusses her personal involvement in the design process and campaign production, as well as how this joint partnership aims to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Malaysia.

The Chanel Parfumeur Masterclass in Kuala Lumpur is an olfactory experience you will not want to miss. Trace the journey of the maison’s foundational ingredients and witness the art of French savoir-faire at One Bangsar until June 7. In other news, independent Belgian watchmaker Ressence is carving out a niche in the industry with its practical, function-focused timepieces. In a recent trip to KL, he delved into the new Type 11, touted as his most “complete” watch.

As tennis returns to Paris, the sport’s finest players are preparing for its most demanding Grand Slam. Find out more about the key players to watch and stay up to date with the latest talking points leading up to the game at Roland-Garros.

Read more in the May 18 issue of The Edge Malaysia weekly.

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