Kuala Lumpur, though a place of many religions, is mainly influenced by the Islamic culture. This is reflected through their dress sense. When I was there last summer I flew in wearing a sleeveless shirt paired with a mini skirt, and was awarded with disapproving looks as soon as I arrived at their airport, so try to be more cultural sensitive and cover up a significant amount of flesh.
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Kuala Lumpur's sightseeing mainly consists of for visiting Mosques, Hindu temples, Cathedrals, and Chinese Temples, all of which are located in some distance from each other. Linen shirt and pants, matched with a pair of sandals and straw hat, will take you a long way in the hot weather. This combination will also be great when you are munching through delicious local delicacies at any hawkers' stall.
For a decent meal near the Patronis tower, wear a knee length silk dress with modest neckline, paired with pashmina. If you feel like blending in, why not make an attempt by trying on a saree?
Style Inspirations
Online Resources
For more on what is going on in Kuala Lumpur, refer to Time Out Kuala Lumpur. In the same format as any other Time Out around the world, you will find useful tips at a glance.
Shopping and Designers
Eclipse is a Malaysian brand that carries dressy pieces at an affordable price, whereas Charles and Keith is a regional brand that offers classy shoes at an unbelievably low cost. So when you are at Kuala Lumpur, be sure drop by both stores!
In short, Kuala Lumpur is conservative, practical, and relaxed.