Once upon a time,
In a land not far from here,
Lived a Nyonya girl with a smile,
That stretched from ear to ear.
From floral tiles, ornate wooden windows, enamel tiffin carriers, and bold-coloured kebayas accompanied by kasut manek to flavourful cuisines from closely guarded family recipes, the Peranakans bear one of the most iconic and distinct cultures here in Southeast Asia.
We want to shine a light on their unique culture in our peranakan postcard series, 'Nyonya's Memoir'.
So, come with us and take a closer look at their lives through the eyes of Molly, the heroine of our story 🤎
Step back in time with our Nyonya’s Memoir postcard collection, featuring two beautifully illustrated series.
Each designed with interactive windows and doors that open into Molly’s world.
Inspired by Peranakan ‘pintu pagar’ (ornate traditional doors), this series invites you to step inside Molly’s world —
where every doorway reveals a glimpse of Peranakan family, tradition, and timeless memories.
Tucked together in a room,
Was a family of four.
The glow of home was captured,
To keep forevermore.
Beauty shines the brightest,
With a gentle mother’s care.
Molly always felt at ease,
When Mama braided her hair.
The sincerest form of love,
Is one prepared by loving hands.
So, when everyone gathers together,
It feels like joy just never ends.
Under the chandelier,
The evening air feels right.
Each twirl wrapped in laughter,
Kept Molly glowing all night.
Take a journey through Molly’s memorable life stages —
from her playful childhood and wedding day to family life and her golden years.
As the story goes on,
Molly grew and bloomed -
Like the colourful floral wares
That surrounds her all afternoon.
An auspicious celebration,
The union of two souls -
As constellations declare
Of a love story that was foretold.
Kueh and laughter
Go hand in hand.
Especially when mother
Prepares it all by hand!
An intricate tapestry
Woven by skilful hands.
Each thread has a story
Of a heritage this grand.
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