The 2025 Dazanak Ethnic Fashion Show, organised by Junior Chamber International (JCI) Sandakan is aimed to promote dazanak ethnic culture through fashion.
KOTA KINABALU: The 2025 Dazanak Ethnic Fashion Show, organised by Junior Chamber International (JCI) Sandakan on October 18, brilliantly showcased Sabah’s cultural heritage through its younger generation.
Held at the SMJK Tiong Hua hall, the event was part of the JCI Sandakan’s “Little Hong Kong Food Festival 3.0.”
The Kadazan word ”dazanak” refers to children.
The spotlight was thus on 16 children, aged six to 12, who participated in the contest.
The show aimed to promote dazanak ethnic culture through fashion, ensuring it is preserved as a living heritage for Sabah’s youngsters.
It also provided a creative platform for self-expression, fostering pride in Sabah’s diverse traditions and encouraging active youth participation in native arts and culture.
The evening was further enlivened thanks to performances by Kimberly Myra Terence, the 2025 Sabah Kaamatan Sugandoi champion, and singer Are-Wien (Edwin Ahmad) from Beluran.
The organisers extended their appreciation to the KDCA Sandakan Women’s Council for steadfast support of the programme.
Nurizzah Azzalea Muhammad Amar A.J, 11, from Menggatal won first place for her outfit themed “Princess of Borneo”, designed by Veonmay Teo.
Nurizzah won RM700 and a trophy.
She was also presented with a crown, sash, bouquet and certificate
In second place, Nur Natasya Aiman Dania, also 11, from Sandakan earned praise for her outfit “Princess Gosing of Labuk Beluran” also designed by Teo.
She won RM500, a trophy and a certificate
The third spot went to Nur Faiqah Aimie Mohd Fauzi, 9, from Sandakan for her attire “Beautiful Modern of Bajau Sama” designed by Madzlyn MJ.
She was given RM 300, a trophy and a certificate.
The People’s Choice Award for Most Popular Dress 2025 was earned by Savenna Scarlet Lynne Emri, 6, of Sandakan.
The Most Popular Model 2025 went to Ayeen Qhase Qisstina, 9, also of Sandakan.
Savenna and Ayeen were presented with RM200, a crown, sash, trophy and bouquet each.
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