{
  "id": 565765,
  "title": "Hatta Dolmat draws on sunsets, memories and family for latest ‘Linger & Soul’ collection",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/hatta-dolmat-draws-on-sunsets-memories-and-family-for-latest-linger",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-11T13:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/showbiz/2026/08/12/hatta-dolmat-draws-on-sunsets-memories-and-family-for-latest-linger-soul-collection/230955"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — Veteran fashion designer Hatta Dolmat, 44, known professionally as Muhammad Hatta Dolmat, draws inspiration for his latest collection 'Linger & Soul' from sunsets, memories, and his family. This collection, presented at Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) 2026, is a testament to his 20-year career in fashion and his passion for painting. Hatta's fascination with sunsets stems from the emotional connections they evoke, as each sunset he has witnessed in various locations such as Malibu, Phuket, Langkawi, and Sabah carries its own unique stories and feelings. These memories are interwoven into his 'Linger' ready-to-wear (RTW) collection, which aims to make his creations not only runway-ready but also accessible to the public.\n\nHatta's 'Linger & Soul' collection uniquely fuses art and fashion, with ten large-scale paintings displayed alongside his couture pieces during the runway show. The fusion of art and fashion is further enhanced by the structural and organic elements present in each 'Soul' collection piece, creating an artistic experience for the audience as they are transported to an art gallery during the fashion event. Crafting the large-scale paintings proved to be the most challenging aspect of the collection, as Hatta's creative process is deeply rooted in his emotions and current state of mind. In contrast, he finds working with clothes to be less demanding, as he can still complete projects even when he is not in the mood.\n\nReceiving recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records for his achievement in the category 'Most Couture-Art Painting Pairings in a Runway', Hatta's 'Linger & Soul' collection showcases his dedication to balancing creativity and wearability in the ever-evolving fashion industry.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — For many, a sunset may simply be a beautiful sight to capture as a lasting memory. But...",
  "key_points": [
    "Hatta Dolmat draws inspiration from sunsets, memories, and family for 'Linger & Soul' collection.",
    "Collection presented at Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) 2026.",
    "Fusion of art and fashion with ten large-scale paintings displayed alongside couture pieces."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Hatta Dolmat's latest collection solidifies his reputation for blending art and fashion, offering a unique experience that balances creativity with accessibility for a wider audience.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}