Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas
Vinyl, CDs, even cassette tapes are on sale at this cool recorded music store, located in the Zhongshan Building, which also specialises in local fanzines…
Must-see shopping in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
Eu Kong opened his first Yang Sang (meaning ‘caring for mankind’) Chinese medicine shop in 1879 in Malaysia. In addition to the company’s herbal remedies,…
Kuala Lumpur
This gift shop in the ILHAM art gallery stocks books, limited-edition prints and a wide range of Malaysian-made artisan crafts and designer goods,…
Melaka City
If you need a figure-hugging qipao (cheongsam), a colourfully patterned Nonya kebaya (blouse), sarong, batik clothing or an elegant man's shirt, this shop…
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
If you're looking for a graphic print T-shirt that says 'Malaysia' but in a humorous, creative way then this is the store to head to. We love its take on…
Pulau Langkawi
This is a huge handicrafts complex with an emphasis on batik. Visitors can paint and take home their own swatch of batik for RM30. Atma Alam is located in…
George Town
The charming artist Fu Mei Lin will likely list plenty of things in her cosy shop that she doesn't want to sell. Nevertheless stick with it and you're…
Kuala Lumpur
Like stumbling into a hipster's loft, this emporium specialises in reconditioned vintage arcade games and juke boxes as well as local artwork, vinyl…
Melaka City
The cat-and-mouse designs on Ha Mi Seon's hand-painted, batik-print T-shirts and other clothing are undeniably cute. It's a great place to pick up…
George Town
This shophouse workshop features the owner’s beautiful handmade batik items. If you want to learn more about this craft, take a walk-in class (from noon…
Kuala Lumpur
Anchored by a huge branch of fast-fashion retailer H&M, Avenue K has undergone a serious revamp in recent years and is now packed with shops and appealing…
Kuala Lumpur
Kinokuniya is the kind of bookshop where you can lose hours browsing the covetable stationery supplies and excellent selection of English-language titles,…
Melaka City
This huge museum-like shop is set in an elegant traditional building and is stuffed to the gills with antiques and replicas. It's not cheap, but it bursts…
Miri
Reopened in an interesting modern building in 2018, this centre showcases stalls selling colourful bags, baskets, sarongs, textiles etc made by Iban,…
Kuching
Specialises in English-language books on Borneo, the history of Sarawak and natural history. Also carries Sarawak maps and a few travel guides. Doubles as…
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
Hidden away at the top of the Gardens Mall is this art gallery showcasing contemporary works by both Malaysian and international artists. Shows change…
Kuching
This fine little boutique has a well-chosen selection of made-in-Sarawak fabrics and clothing in both traditional and modern Orang Ulu–inspired designs,…
Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas
Asli Craft sells handmade craft products by Malaysia's different indigenous groups including rattan baskets and beaded purses from Sarawak, Mah Meri…
Kuala Lumpur
With an in-store florist, bakery, oyster bar and cafe as well as alcohol and pork aisles, at Ben's you'll find just about anything you're looking for,…
Kuching
Down the back of this souvenir shop you can find an excellent selection of Sarawakian specialities such as pepper (black and white), laksa paste, sambal,…
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
There's always something attractive to discover at this concept store specialising in homewares, clothes, magazines, books and stationery. Ring the bell…
Kuala Lumpur
This local fashion house has been making Nonya kebaya (a traditional colourful blouse in the Peranakan style) since 1955, and is still highly recommended…
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
Sequins, silks, filigree patterns and tie-dye – all the elements of the flash Bollywood look are present in this boutique. It's mainly for women but also…
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
There's a good range of handicrafts and textiles (think hand-printed batik and artwork from Sabah) at this excellent boutique and gift shop, which also…
Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas
If you're looking for sweet and savoury pastry and baked good treats, nicely packaged as gifts, then this bakery – in business since 1909 – happily…
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
Local bookshop and publisher of contemporary Malaysian literature and writings. It also offers a good selection of English-language books and hosts…
Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas
Sells charming hand-painted clogs (RM200), the soles of which are made from the wood of the durian tree. Other handicrafts include Chinese beaded slippers…
George Town
Earthy, simple, linen-heavy clothing for both men and women is the emphasis at this local-label store. Supplementing this is a selection of handsome,…
Malaysia
Behind an elaborate carved wooden shopfront is this Indian textiles and jewellery emporium. Come here for silk scarves, saris, jewellery and gorgeous…
Pahang & Tioman Island
This huge supermarket has a huge range of food. It also sells alcohol (spirits and beers), which are kept in cabinets to the right of the main door as you…
Kuala Lumpur
Browse the glitzy gowns and catwalk statement pieces by Malaysia's 'King of Fashion' (and chief designer on Malaysia's version of Project Runway).
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysian designer Farah Khan specialises in beaded and sequinned glamour wear including hot pants and bomber jackets as well as more formal gowns.
George Town
Very pretty, classic Chinese-influenced clothing with a contemporary edge is sold in this boutique stocking the designs of the KL-based designer.
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
Specialising in bolts of the filagree woven fabric songket made in Terengganu. You can also buy batik scarves and sarongs here.
Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas
Eye-catching selection of traditional paper and bamboo kites, including the giant wau bulan (moon kite) from Kelantan.
Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas
Malaysian-brand spa products made from 100% natural materials, including detox infusions, essential oils and various balms.
Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar
Contemporary, mid to high-end fashion for women designed in Malaysia, usually featuring bold colours and floral prints.
Mahkota Parade Shopping Complex
Melaka City
For practical needs such as books, cameras, pharmacy goods or electronics, head to this extensive shopping complex.
Kota Kinabalu
There's a wealth of wildlife and flora books here, all focused on Borneo, plus a few postcards and souvenirs.
Kuala Lumpur
This footwear emporium also sells gorgeous accessories and bags as well as clothing by Malaysian designers.
