Back in September 2012, after much anticipation and rumoured openings, the first H&M store opened its doors to the public at Lot 10 shopping mall, Bukit Bintang. The queue in front of the store, ahead of the official launch, was super long, with some die-hard fans lining up as early as the night before.
H&M, or Hennes & Mauritz, are international fashion giant, offering clothes and accessories for women, men and children. The store is well-known for selling fashionable items at affordable prices.
Currently, there are four H&M stores in Malaysia; the first one opened at Lot 10 Shopping Mall in Bukit Bintang, the second one opened at Setia City Mall in Shah Alam, and the third one opened at Paradigm Mall in Kelana Jaya. The fourth, and the second largest one in Asia is located at Avenue K in Kuala Lumpur.
But what exactly can you find in an H&M store in Malaysia, and how much will it cost? Read below for a list of items you can find and how much they cost.
What You Will Find in H&M Malaysia
For women, the list is endless:
- Tops (shirts, blouses)
- Cardigans and jumpers
- Trousers and jeans
- Shorts
- Dresses and skirts
- Jackets, coats, blazers and waistcoats
- Sportswear and swimwear
- Lingerie and nightwear
- Socks and tights
- Accessories
- Shoes
- Maternity wear
For men, everything is stylish and comfortable:
- T-shirts, shirts and vests
- Jumpers and cardigans
- Hoodies and sweatshirts
- Blazers and suits
- Trousers
- Jeans
- Shorts
- Jackets and coats
- Sportswear
- Swimwear
- Underwear and socks
- Accessories
- Shoes
For children, there is a wide variety of comfortable and stylish clothes for different ages:
- Body suits
- Leggings
- Sweaters
- Shoes and socks
- Sweatpants
- T-shirts
- Pyjamas
- Jeans
- Hats and scarfs
- Trench coats
- Fancy dress (costumes)
- Underwear and swimwear
- Accessories
- Denim shorts
- Dresses
- Top & trouser sets and 5-piece sets
The sizes for kids range from:
- New-born size, 0-6 months old
- Baby girl size, 4 months-2 years
- Baby boy size, 4 months-2 years
- Girls size, 18 months-8 years
- Boys size, 18 months-8 years
- Girls size, 8 years-14+
- Boys size, 8 years-14+
Those expecting little bundles of joy will like the maternity collection at H&M Malaysia as they have:
- Maternity tops (t-shirts, blouses, shirts)
- Maternity treggings (leggings which look like trousers or jeans)
- Maternity underwear
- Maternity jeans and trousers
- Maternity dresses
- Maternity tunic tops and parka
H&M Malaysia Price Range
The price range in H&M Malaysia is affordable. It may be a big international brand, but H&M’s concept is to provide affordable and stylish fashion to the masses.
Ladies:
You can get a simple sleeveless knit tee for RM19.90, a gorgeous Goth like lacy top for RM99.90, a cosy jumper for RM79.90, a plain white tee for RM29.90, an embellished black sheer top for RM59.90 and more.
For dresses, choose a corporate looking one for RM149, a casual day dress for RM79.90, a one-coloured body hugging dress for RM39.90, something to wear at night for dinner at RM119 or a sexy cocktail number for RM119. Skirts are priced between RM19.90 and RM149.
Jackets, coats and blazers are a little pricier. They range between RM79.90-RM269.
The sportswear range for women consists of sports bra, tops, functional jumpers, tights and trousers priced between RM39.90 and RM129.
For swimwear, bikini tops and bottoms are priced separately, between RM29.90 and RM59.90.
Women’s underwear is priced between RM24.90 and RM59.90, while nightwear is available between RM39.90 and RM99.90.
Prices for socks and tights are between RM14.90 and RM39.90.
Accessories such as bags cost around RM59.90 to RM399 (for leather bags).
For jewellery, you can get a cool silver skull ring for RM19.90, a spiky necklace for RM39.90, earrings for RM7.90, bracelets for RM29.90 and rings for RM14.90. Sunglasses and hair accessories are priced below RM30.
For shoes, a pair of cute flowery sneakers cost around RM39.90, while basic court shoes are priced at RM79.90. Fancy sandals and boots are priced between RM119-RM149.
Men:
For the guys, a basic stretch t-shirt cost around RM29-59, while a comfy singlet is RM19.90. Long sleeve shirts for casual and corporate cost between RM59-RM119.
Comfortable and stylish looking jumpers, hoodies and sweatshirts are priced between RM39.90-RM149.
Blazers and suits are more expensive obviously, so expect to fork out around RM199-RM399 for a good blazer and suit.
Jeans and casual or formal pants cost between RM59.90 and RM199. Shorts also seem a little pricy with the lowest being RM59.90. Expensive but they do look really comfortable.
Sportswear for men such as trousers, functional t-shirts and shorts cost between RM39.90 and RM79.90, while swimwear is around RM39.
Underwear and socks cost as low as RM19.90 (socks) and as high as RM39.90 for boxers and briefs. These can be bought in packs though, so RM39.90 for a pack of 3 boxers is actually pretty affordable.
The David Beckham Body wear collection is priced between RM59.90 and RM119.
Accessories such as scarfs, belts, caps, silk tie, sunglasses and bracelets costs between RM19.90 and RM59.90. The leather bag collections can go up to RM399 though.
The shoe collection ranges from loafers, sneakers and leather shoes, and costs between RM59.90 and RM249 (leather).
Kids:
For young ones 6 months and below, cute sets, tops and bottoms such as jumpers, leggings, bodysuits, sweatpants, t-shirts, pyjamas, sweaters, shoes, socks and hats are priced between RM14.90 and RM79.90.
For little girls and boys aged 4 months to 2 years, prices are within RM100 with the lowest priced item at RM14.90.
For little girls between the ages of 18 months and 8 years, items such as leggings, swimwear, underwear, socks, bags, dresses, skirts, shorts, sweaters and pants cost around RM19.90 to RM79.90. The most expensive is the rain jacket (RM119).
For little boys aged 18 months and 2 years, items such as jackets, jeans, t-shirts, shorts, shoes, sweatpants, sweaters, socks, underwear and sunglasses are priced between RM19.90 and RM99.90. The most expensive is a parka (RM119).
Girls from 8-14 years will have fun picking out colourful and fun clothing such as jackets, treggings (leggings that looks like pants/jeans), jeans, dresses, boleros, skirts, shorts, tops and other stuff, all priced between RM14.90 and RM119.
Boys from 8-14 years will also have fun choosing clothes and accessories such as jackets, sneakers, hooded jackets, slim jeans, casual shirts, fashionable shorts and others, all priced between RM19.90 and RM119.
Maternity:
Maternity clothes such as jeans and trousers are super comfortable and worth every penny. They also look pretty chic. The prices for jeans and trousers range between RM79.90 and RM149.
The tops which also really comfortable (some are stretchy and some are more flowy) are priced between RM29.90 and RM119.
The dresses are priced between RM49.90 and RM119 while the maternity underwear range is priced between RM49.90 and RM79.90.
For more information, check out the official H&M Malaysia website.
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