With KLs first artisanal mall, Malaysia Grand Bazaar (MGB), opening its doors to the public at Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC) on 31 March 2022, we cannot contain our excitement for what it has in store for us! Besides the culturally-inspired architecture and the amazing artwork by locals, they will also be giving us access to 14 local brands!
These 14 authentic homegrown brands and products will not only give you a chance to show your support for local brands but also discover the creativity, originality and entrepreneurship in Malaysian small businesses. If you love Malaysian-made brands, here are some of the brands you can find at MGB:
#1 AA Naturals
Started by a husband and wife dua, AA Naturals creates amazing premium quality skin and body care products that are affordably priced and prepared using naturally-crafted or organically grown medicinal plants, food-grade plant oils and waxes, pure essential oils and a myriad of other natural high-performance ingredients.
#2 Analogue Apotik
Analogue Apotik is the reincarnation of the romantic apothecary of yesteryear. They create and craft products that just make sense~ especially in our modern society. They recently debuted their line of easy-to-use carefully crafted men's solid colognes in a variety of scents.
#3 Eartheories
This award-winning aroma care artisan practices the theories of the Earth, harnessing the power of balancing nature's four elements - earth, water, air, and fire. Eartheories focuses on innovating traditional Malay heritage recipes to formulate artisanal aroma care products that heal the body, mind, and spirit.
#4 Trusted Sharks
Trusted Sharks is a local company based in Sabah that proudly focuses on Borneo Ethnicity and tribal-inspired design applied in customised apparel such as T-shirts, polo tees, corporate uniforms and sports jerseys, and lifestyle clothing. Combining fashion and culture, this brand produces modern t-shirts with a cultural twist!
#5 Lizara Batik
With batik that is authentically hand-drawn by Malaysian artisans and locally tailored, Lizara Batik showcases the versatility of batik by turning it into everything from Muslimah outfits, contemporary fashion batik apparel, caftans, shawls, gowns, and even handbags. Their pieces are elegant, sophisticated and exclusive!
#6 MUNI
Muni is not only the brand but also the man behind the brand who designs eccentric pieces inspired by the people around him using only natural dyes because of its positive impact from an environmental standpoint. So if you're looking for a local brand that is ethical and minimalistic, then you should check Muni out.
#7 RAAQUU
RAAQUU intends to make the magical world of Raku ceramics more accessible to ceramic art lovers all over the world At RAAQUU, each ceramic piece cannot be reproduced because when it is put in the reduction chamber, unique and unpredictable colours and patterns are produced. This makes each piece a unique, one-of-a-kind work of art with its own story to tell.
#8 Palmy
Palmy is a lifestyle brand that specialises in beautifully handcrafted paper and textile goods made from agricultural waste such as pineapple leaves, banana stems and bamboo shoots. Palmy is proudly locally made in Malaysia by Malaysians and it is driven to make a positive impact on ecological and social causes.
#9 Cherry Art Studio
With more than 10 years of experience in traditional Japanese Art of Origami, Cherry Art Studio transformed Origami Art into unique wearable art that pioneered a whole new spectrum of wearable arts. All of the origami foldings are made from high-quality handcrafted Japanese washi paper, carefully hand-folded with love and attention fashioned into lovely curated arts.
#10 LOKA MADE
From Malaysian themed pop-up cards, postcard series, stickers, magnets, keychains to greeting cards, this local brand creates products that feature Malaysian inspired artwork. Their team of passionate illustrator artists and designers see beyond the bits and pieces of what make up Malaysia and add their own twist of fantasy and creative imagination to create unforgettable artwork and designs.
#11 NAPEL
Napel supports and showcases localised and authentic products by partnering with indigenous communities and craft villages to seek traditional crafts with aesthetic values. All their products are 100% handmade, with the Go Green concept and are practical for everyday use. Napel wishes to spread the gift of love, warmth and kindness with their products.
#12 Humanity Heroes
Humanity Heroes is on a mission to help refugees in Malaysia by giving them a platform to showcase their skills and talents such as cooking, making crafts, decorations, wearables, accessories, arts and other handmade products. They work with this group in the community to give them a chance to earn an honest livelihood and regain their dignity.
#13 Jas&Co Jewellery
Jas & Co provides exclusively custom-made pieces of jewellery, remodelling and offers repair services for old Jewellery. They do offer jewellery making lessons as well for all jewellery enthusiasts. The founder is a jewellery enthusiast who started designing wrap jewellery in 2015.
#14 JYW Jewellery
JYW Jewellery specialises in Jadeite crafted pieces of jewellery, creating and providing handmade fine jewellery of exclusive designs. Every jadeite produced from JYW jewellery is a work of art, beautifully and precisely carved with the highest precision. Each of the specially carved gems come with good meanings that are believed to help turn misfortunes around.
Come and show your love and support to all these local brands at the Malaysian Grand Bazaar on 31 March 2022 located in Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC). Refer to this map below for directions to the Malaysian Grand Bazaar:
For more info on the Malaysian Grand Bazaar, click on this link or visit their social media pages at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mygrandbazaar/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mygrandbzaar
Website: https://mgb.my/
