Bringing pen pals back into fashion with postcards

Putri Maysara, a 21-year-old media studies student from Kuala Lumpur, has founded the Princess Mail Club to revive the practice of exchanging handwritten postcards. After receiving a comforting postcard from a friend during a difficult time, Putri realized the lasting impact a physical card can have. Unlike fleeting instant messages, a postcard can be cherished, revisited and treasured long after it arrives.

The club aims to connect postcard enthusiasts from around the world through regular meetups, special events and online communities. During a World Postcard Day meetup in October, participants shared their collections, decorated cards and made new friends. Some attendees were surprised to learn the club welcomes both men and women.

Inspired by her own 200+ postcard collection, which includes cards from countries like Finland, Russia and India, Putri hopes to introduce more people, especially children, to this rewarding hobby.