1.

MALAY

Traditional Malay attire for men is the baju melayu, a loose tunic which is worn over trousers
and usually accompanied with a sarong called a sampin which is wrapped around the hips. It is also
often accompanied with a songkok or cap. Malay women wear the baju kurung, a knee-length blouse
worn over a long skirt. The blouse is long-sleeved and collarless, while the skirt, called a kain, has pleats
on one side.A headscarf is sometimes worn with this. Another popular traditional costume is the kebaya,
a more tight-fitting two-piece dress. This is often considered less formal. It is worn by the female flight
attendants of Malaysia Airlines. Prior to the wide embrace of Islam, Malay women wore "kemban",
which were sarongs which were tied just above the chest.

CHINESE

The classical everyday clothing for men in Malaysia is a short sleeved shirt worn outside the
trousers, light-weight trousers and informally, sandals for comfort. The Chinese women wear the
cheongsam, a one-piece dress with a high collar, diagonally closed with small clips or toggles (fabric
clasps). It sometimes can have slits at the side, as is made with a soft fabric such as silk.The cheongsam
is especially popular around the time of the Chinese New Year and other formal gatherings. Older well-
respected women wear a samfoo, which looks like pajamas with a separate loose fitting top fastened by
toggles and ankle length, or above the ankle, pants.

2.)

The sewing machine had a significant economic influence since it added value and was inexpensive and
simple to use. Before the sewing machine became popular and fashion changed it, sewing was essential
for women.