With Hari Raya approaching, some Muslim clothing stores turn to online platforms to keep afloat during CMCO

And with it, comes the annual tradition of purchasing new “Raya clothes” to celebrate the end of Ramadan.

This year things are a little different, however, as the Covid-19 pandemic has drastically changed Hari Raya plans for many Malaysians — including going out to shop for new clothes.

“From my point of view, online purchases are better for now. No contact or whatsoever happens during online transactions,” said Haslinda.

“People can still come to shop at our outlet, but only if they follow the SOPs and take precautions as recommended by the Health Ministry.”

MyPapillon is located in Subang Parade in Subang Jaya and was founded in 2018 by Haslinda and her husband Mohd Rizal, with the aim of bringing refined and luxurious shawls and from designer boutiques to the public.

Haslinda, 45, who also teaches French in UiTM Shah Alam, added that the MCO has affected her future plans to develop the MyPapillon brand, with funds now being channelled towards sustaining the company during this difficult time.

“Obviously the pandemic has affected business worldwide, and we aren’t spared from it,” she said.

“We were set to participate in Mood Republik, one of the biggest Raya expositions in the country, but it can’t happen anymore and so many of our plans for the Raya season have to be postponed or cancelled.

“We’ve also had to postpone our Raya collection since a lot of extra work would need to be put into it to make sure it runs smoothly.”

Haslinda said that they’ve managed to get by during the pandemic thanks to sales on their online platforms.

“It will surely take some time to fully recover from this and it won’t be in the immediate future. While offline sales are less than the usual, online sales are increasing since people are afraid to go out,” she said.

The MyPapillon outlet is now open under CMCO order directives, as Haslinda said that customers will also have to follow the strict SOPs if they want to physically shop.

“Fittings are also not allowed but we do have hijab measurements provided for every collection,” said Haslinda.

“Although those who are not familiar with our hijabs will face some difficulties if they usually try it on before purchasing.”

Haslinda added that she needs to step up her game plan to keep her business alive and hopes that there will be some form of aid from government bodies to assist SMEs like hers.
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RMCO Operating Hour at MyPapillon Boutique

In conjunction of Recovery of Movement Control Order (RMCO), our Subang Parade outlet is now operating from 10 am until 7pm daily.
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MyPapillon Operating Hours During RMCO