Table of Contents

Introduction: A Love for Beautiful Things 1. The Nyonyas: A Brief History 2. Sheer Silhouettes: Nyonya Kebaya through the Ages 3. Gems from the Straits: A Selection from the Kebaya Collection of Datin Seri Endon Mahmood 4. Charmed Impressions: The Artistry of the Kebaya 5. Women of Style: Completing the Nyonya Look 6. The Future: Applications of a Fashion Icon Glossary Bibliography Directory Index

About the Author

Datin Seri Endon Mahmood, wife of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato' Seri Abdullah Badawi, is a passionate proponent of local arts. She has been collecting Nyonya kebaya and accessories for over a decade.