Malaysian Batik is famous on the east cost of Malaysia (Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang).There are several batik types, namely batik tulis,batik cap and batik print. Batik tulis is handmade from scratching, waxing by canting, and coloring using dye. The most popular motifs are leaves and flowers.
Uses of batik
Ussually, Malaysian men wear batik during special occasion like wedding caremony and dinner function .Even malaysian ladies wear the fabric as formal dress,combining with modern fashion.
One of the largest batik produces in Malaysia is Nor Arfa Batik. You can visit http://www.noor-arfa.com.my/ to get more information.
Another products made from batik is sarong, tie, scarf ,and handbag.
In Malaysia, there are many batik exhibition and convention. One of that is Kuala Lumpur International Batik (KLIB). This annualy event will taking place in this december 2009 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. (http://www.klib.com.my/).
Batik uses in formal occasion(Pic during Apec Ministrial Ministrial Meeting 1998)
Example of Batik Pattern and Products
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