Netizens divided over Malaysia Airlines uniform makeover

Netizens are divided over the new uniform for Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) staff, which will be given a makeover by Farah Khan brand.

On Tuesday, MAB announced a strategic partnership with the brand that will re-energise the design aesthetic of the iconic kebaya and other uniforms.

The Farah Khan brand, founded by its creative director Datuk Seri Farah Khan is known for its sequin dresses and worn by international celebrities.

“The new uniform will be fabulous… full of sequins,” said Abu Hurairah on Twitter.

MAS guna khidmat Farah Khan...kemainn meletupp la uniform baru nanti..penuh labuci bagai
— Abu Hurairah (@hafeedzhurairah) May 10, 2016

Ooh lala Farah Khan! So looking forward to see the new uniform! https://t.co/19iErjkJ3i
— Adure (@Adure) May 10, 2016

Asyraf Bahrul said it is time for the crew to get new uniforms.

About time MAS crews to get new uniforms. Was just wondering about this a few days ago. https://t.co/mE9ilwq32k
— Asyraf Badhrul (@asyrafbadhrul) May 10, 2016

However, not all agreed with the collaboration.

Some had pointed out that the most important aspect for the company right now is to overcome its financial problems and to improve its services for the benefit of its passengers.

@NajibRazak @MAS Farah Khan to redesign MAS uniform hmmm not a smart move the idea is to make money not burn more money
— Seers BrandWhisperer (@patseers) May 10, 2016

@NajibRazak @MAS Uniform ? Farah Khan? We need on board comfort better service not aunties with Farah Khan! Btw who's Farah Khan?
— Seers BrandWhisperer (@patseers) May 10, 2016

MAS wastes profits on Farah Khan uniform design. Management is so irresponsible.
— ATiF . Z (@AtifZulkifly) May 11, 2016

MAS' iconic kebaya, that has given pride to the airline & our nation, was designed by ITM students. Not a Farah Khan. Just our talented kids
— Faizal Hamssin (@faizalhamssin) May 10, 2016

Malaysia Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Paul Simmon said the partnership will involve the uniforms of various departments.

“With this collaboration, we look forward to taking this a step further, creating a fashionable and functional new collection,” he said in a statement.