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“Eid is a festive occasion so why wear typical dresses when you can celebrate with style?” - Afiq M.
Hari Raya is one of the festivals Malaysians look forward to the most. As a result of the pandemic, we had to endure two consecutive years of Raya PKP. But this year, we can kiss it goodbye. It's about time to wear the prettiest of smiles and don the most elegant of dresses this Raya.
With no movement restrictions, there will surely be tons of open houses where families and friends get together for the Hari Raya celebration. Certainly, we would want to get the perfect Eid dresses for this occasion’s comeback.
Without further ado, let's look at hot and trendy Baju Raya ideas with some help from one of Malaysia’s top designers, Afiq M.
Table of Contents
- Top 6 Eid Dresses for Raya 2022
- Raya 2022 Trends
- Eid Styling Alerts
- Tips: How to Avoid a Hari Raya Fashion Disaster
- Ways to Spice Up Your Eid Outfit
Top 6 Eid Dresses for Raya 2022
- Nurita Harith Eiko Kurung
- Alia B. Lyra Wrap Skirt
- LARNEY Miss Liberty Kurung
- Rizman Ruzaini Rita Kurung
- Alia Bastamam Maya Kurung
- Nurita Harith Lebaran Luxe 2022 Collection
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Are you looking for something with minimal details? One design picked by Afiq M. himself is the puff sleeves kurung with lace detail from Nurita Harith.
Overview
Simple but well-made, Nurita Harith Eiko Kurung’s top has voluminous puff sleeves followed by lace detail. The top’s timeless round neckline will draw attention to the wearer’s face and shoulders. Exude elegance thanks to the shantung material used for this Eid dress.
This kurung is designed with a regular fit suitable for all types of bodies and sizes up to XXL.
Next up is the Lyra Wrap Skirt from Alia B.’s “DREAMS” - Raya 2022 collection. Just like the collection’s name, this dress gives an angelic and dreamy look to the wearer.
Overview
Alia B. Lyra Wrap Skirt consists of a cowl neck top with a wrap skirt and a bias-cut top that emphasises the body’s lines and curves. Moreover, it comes with an adjustable drawstring that allows you to tighten the top according to your fit. Besides, the invisible side zipper highlights the design of the wrap skirt.
This white silky satin Eid dress will make the wearer look exclusively flattering.
Going for a bold look this Raya 2022? In that case, consider the LARNEY Miss Liberty Kurung in Forest Green, exclusively picked by Malaysian designer Afiq M.
Overview
Made of pleated polyblend, the LARNEY Miss Liberty Kurung has full-looking puff sleeves for volume and a V-neckline to look taller. Designers recommend that people with short necks, thick torsos, and broad shoulders get this Eid dress.
Besides, the matching colour buckle belt highlights this Eid dress to beautifully enhance the wearer’s silhouette.
A designer predicts that fun looks and prints will dominate the trend in 2022. Hop on the bandwagon with this plaid kurung Kedah.
Overview
The Rizman Ruzaini Rita Kurung is a plaid kurung Kedah composed of lightweight and breathable poly taffeta material. The design features a top with shoulder pleats and a ribbon bow to give a wow factor. Besides, the back pleat skirt executes the perfectly classic kurung Kedah look.
Moreover, this design also comes in three different pastel colours, namely Rita in Sky Blue, Lily in Cream, and Whulan in Light Pink. It also includes a complimentary chiffon shawl and an exclusive RR brooch!
Every woman desires to look beautiful without trying hard. Afiq M. suggests this effortlessly pretty kurung blueprint this Raya.
Overview
Alia Bastamam’s Maya Kurung is one of the prettiest Eid dresses this year, designed with full pleated georgette. The designer creates a draped peplum with a V-neckline enhanced by embellished shoulders and cuffs. Furthermore, it gives a vertical illusion making you look taller. This kurung’s soft Aquamarine colour will make the wearer look sweet and effortlessly beautiful.
If you have the budget and are looking for more contemporary Eid dresses, check out the Nurita Harith Lebaran Luxe 2022 Collection.
Overview
There are over 20 designs ranging from neutral, pastel, and bold palettes featuring simplicity and details in this collection which are only available via custom-made orders. Book an appointment to get your hands on an exquisite, contemporary, and modern Eid dress from this collection.
Raya 2022 Trends
This year's Eid celebration will be the first one without the Movement Control Order in place, and most people anticipate celebrating it in full blast. Hence, Afiq M. foresees that Raya 2022 trends will be about fun looks, prints, and colours.
Since wearing a mask is still mandatory, comfort is one of the primary factors that helps one decide on an Eid dress. Due to that, Afiq M. believes that most people will look for something made of breathable materials and designed with a relaxed silhouette cutting.
Eid Styling Alerts
Raya can be exciting, and as a result, we might make styling mistakes unconsciously. But fret not, Afiq M. gives us a heads up on what we should do on Raya morning:
- Fitting; pick the right dress based on one’s body type
- Propriety; choose the appropriate dress according to the time, such as day or night
- Shoes; wear comfortable shoes
- Simplicity; keep your dress simple and minimal because sometimes, less is more
- Colour; avoid wearing a dress with too many colours
Tips: How to Avoid a Hari Raya Fashion Disaster
On D-Day, one of the things that you would want to avoid is a fashion disaster and facing it can spoil one’s mood. It is undeniable that everyone wants to look their best on this festive day. Afiq M. shares some useful tips:
- Plan your look ahead
- Pick a classic style that can never go wrong; baju kurung, kebaya
- Choose a dress that is made of easy-to-iron materials
- Select an Eid dress with a loose silhouette cutting
Ways to Spice up Your Eid Outfit
Just wearing a dress on its own can seem basic especially if it is plain. Wondering how to spice it up and turn heads? Level up your #ootd on Hari Raya with these hacks revealed by Afiq M:
- Find references & look for inspiration
- Elevate the outfit with shoes & bags
- Enhance your face with makeup & hairdo
- Wear a scarf
