Renowned Malaysian fashion designer Hatta Dolmat redefined the runway with his modest fashion showcase, “The Quiet Power”, debuting at the inaugural Fashionably Modest Asia 2025. The historic showcase paid tribute to women whose strength is measured not by volume, but by presence. “The Quiet Power” is an exclusive tribute to the modern modest woman — she is a quiet force, a refined remarkability, a symbol of strength expressed with grace and conviction.
A Tribute to the Modern Modest Icon by Hatta Dolmat
The event culminated with the highly anticipated “The Quiet Power” Modest Fashion Show, unveiling Hatta Dolmat’s newest creations — pieces that unite modesty, innovation, and refined strength with timeless elegance.
This collection was dedicated to women who embody quiet confidence — grounded in values, poised in silence, and limitless in potential. She is a leader, a thinker, a creator — yet remains gentle. She stands tall in her modesty, moves with purpose, and leads with dignity. Her power is quiet, but undeniable.
She is a wirawati — a superwoman — strong in spirit and graceful in action. Excellence defines her, whether in leadership, arts, innovation, or sports. She carries her faith and identity with pride, proving that modesty is not a barrier, but a badge of strength, presence, and power.
Celebrating Icons — “The Quiet Power”
In a groundbreaking move merging high fashion with national pride, the event featured a special “Icon Walk” starring Malaysia’s celebrated wirawati (heroines). Hatta Dolmat curated a line-up of icons who prove that power and elegance walk side by side.
Stepping out of the sporting arena and onto the runway, seven of these national icons embodied the collection’s core theme: women who are grounded in values, confident in silence, and limitless in potential.
- Nor Farah Ain – Lawn Bowl:
Nor Farah Ain is a Lawn Bowler World Champion 2023 and podium Award 2024 National Sportswoman Recipient. - Noramirah Dayana – Netball:
Noramirah Dayana has been representing Malaysia since she was 11. She has contributed to Malaysia’s multiple podium wins including World Youth Championship, Asian Championship, SEA Games. - Isabelle Chiyi Buckley – Swimming:
At the tender age of 14, she gifted Malaysia with gold at the Sea Age Group Championship. This swimming sensation has continuously competed in Sukan Malaysia, Malaysia Open Championship and Asian Aquatic Championship, just to name a few. Currently, she has her sight set on next Sea Games.
- Nur Iwani Azman – Futsal:
A football standout, she has competed in AFF Championship, SEA GAMES and awarded as the best goalkeeper in National League. She is currently giving back to the sport as coach for SUKMA and one of the committee women department of Football Association of Malaysia. - Natasha Mohamed Roslan – Bowling:
She is the first Malaysian women to win the international bowling federation world cup 2025. And a two-time World Cup Champion. She is also the recipient of the world cup world champion single team sportswoman of the year and sportswoman of the year in 2023. - Nur Hazirah Ramli – Bowling (Podium):
Fresh from placing 3rd at the 2025 United States Bowling Congress, she is also the silver medallist in the Philippine International Open and competed in the Malaysia International Open. - Siti NurSara – Climber:
A fearless climber known for her dedication, courage, and passion for climbing are unmatched. Her strength, perseverance, and a fearless spirit define her journey.
Humanitarian Zizi Kirana completed the line-up exemplified resilience and purpose with her participation in the Global Sumud Flotilla humanitarian mission to Gaza, embodying the message that strength speaks in silence. Our final Icon woman of unshakeable faith and compassion, maintained a message of resilience and unity, reminding Malaysians that this is not just her mission but a collective humanitarian cause. In short, Zizi Kirana’s role in the Sumud Flotilla goes beyond being a celebrity onboard. She moves mountains without shouting; her strength speaks in silence.
A Tribute to Grace and Conviction
“The Quiet Power” is more than a fashion presentation; it is a celebration of the modern modest icon — a woman who is a leader, a thinker, and a creator. The collection merges modesty with innovation and strength with serenity, offering a visual narrative for women whose power whispers yet resonates deeply. The evening also featured performances by rising stars Ammad Dayyan and Amelya Azizan, whose soulful vocals set the tone for this celebration of resilience and unity.
Designer’s Reflection — “The Quiet Power” by Hatta Dolmat
“It is the strength that speaks without raising its voice.
A power that doesn’t demand attention — yet commands respect.
It is the grace of a woman who knows her worth, who stands firm in her values,
who leads with dignity, calmness, and faith.”
“She doesn’t need to be loud. Her presence — and her work — speak for her.
Her modesty is not a limitation. It is her language.
Her elegance is her resilience.
Her quiet is her power.”
