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California­n cool

Los Angeles retailer Fred Segal opens its first Malaysian store.

- By BERVIN CHEONG star2@thestar.com.my

SAY hello to sunny California! Fred Segal, a clothing and accessorie­s retail store founded in West Hollywood, has landed in Malaysia. It can now be found within Petaling Jaya’s 1 Utama Shopping Centre.

Spread across 300sq m, the retail space presents a modern interpreta­tion of coolness. Funky print wallpapers and slogans in neon lights give the store its fashionabl­e edge in reimaginin­g an urban attitude.

Offered in-store are a predominan­tly American mix of streetwear brands, which ranges from Publish and Alex Mill, to Carhartt, Capulet, JOA, Pyscho Bunny and Monrow.

Beyond clothes, the store offers an exciting range of accessorie­s, grooming and home products from Stance, Rastaclat, Baggu, Toms Eyewear, PF Candle Co, Secrid and Soko.

Sitting alongside them are wellknown Malaysian brands Thavia, Supercrew, Pestle & Mortar, Lip & Co and So.Lek, which aim to offer more of a local perspectiv­e and interest.

Fred Segal says that it will con- tinue to rotate and refresh their selection of merchandis­e. This is aimed at not only engaging customers, but to maintain its exciting retail DNA.

Not only that, there is also a cafe that serves up California­n food like flatbread pizzas, tacos, and poke bowls and sandwiches. Just perfect for those who would like to taste a slice of California in Malaysia.

From its establishm­ent in 1961, Fred Segal has been the go-to Los Angeles shopping destinatio­n. It is celebrated for carrying an impressive fashion mix from around the globe.

 ??  ?? The store exemplifie­s the cool, vibrant California­n attitude. — Photos: Fred Segal A wide mix of ready-to-wear that caters to both men and women. Accessorie­s to match all lifestyles.
The store exemplifie­s the cool, vibrant California­n attitude. — Photos: Fred Segal A wide mix of ready-to-wear that caters to both men and women. Accessorie­s to match all lifestyles.
 ??  ?? The Fred Segal cafe denotes a sunny, cheerful vibe.
The Fred Segal cafe denotes a sunny, cheerful vibe.

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