t was at a young age that Kel Wen, 28, became interested in fashion. Born in Melaka, Malaysia, his social circle was diverse and multiracial. His conservative Chinese background did not stop him from making friends with the local Malays in his neighbourhood, from which his love and appreciation for Muslim culture grew. “I remembered wanting to express my appreciation for their practices through wearing the Baju Melayu to visit my friends, but I couldn't find one that fit me well and that spoke to me.” That sparked a deep dive into researching its
