We don’t do ordinary

by Arnaud | Apr 24, 2026 | Design

5 min read

We don't do ordinary

Not all stories are ordinary, and that is exactly the point.

LISETTE

This month, we share a collaboration that is close to our hearts. Between NALA and Adam’s family. A father’s journey shaped by patience, love, and growth, and Adam, who quietly changes everything.

His story is a reminder that difference is not something to fix. It is something to understand, to respect, and to make space for.

The ginkgo leaf became our symbol for this collection. Known for its resilience and quiet strength, no two leaves are ever the same. Each one carries its own imperfections, and that is exactly where its beauty lies.

From this came the We Don’t Do Ordinary Imperfection Ginkgo Collection. Silk screen printed T-shirts and canvas tote bags made from 100 percent cotton. Simple pieces, designed with meaning.

And now, all pieces from the Autism Collection are officially available in all NALA stores, as well as online.

Part of the proceeds will go to NASOM, supporting individuals and families living with autism.

The first 200 online purchases will also receive a hand-signed card by Adam. Each one signed by him, individually.It took time, focus, and real effort, and that is exactly why it matters.

T-shirts are RM99

Tote bags RM88

In our universe, we do not do ordinary.

Sharp & bright.

by Arnaud | Apr 22, 2026 | Design

5 min read

Sharp & bright.

Translating my personal paintings into wearable art for the first time marks a proud creative milestone, successfully blending the soul of the original canvas with the precision of a silkscreened skirt.

LISETTE

There’s a moment right now where everything feels a little tighter, a little sharper. You can ignore it, or you can meet it properly. We prefer the second.

This new series of scarves leans into that idea. Three prints are built around sharpness, not in a hard way, but in a clear way. Seeing things as they are. Making decisions faster. Moving with intention. It is a quiet reminder that even in uncertain times, you can still be precise, still be light on your feet.

They are locally printed, with a clean, crisp finish that holds the detail exactly as it was drawn. The lines stay sharp, the colours stay clear. Nothing muddy, nothing lost.

And then comes the softer side. Seal the Deal returns, but this time in lighter tones. The same idea of confidence and closure, just expressed with a bit more air, a bit more ease. Less pressure, more flow.

They are made to move with you. Tie them as a top, wrap them as a two-dong, knot them onto your handbag, or fold them away entirely. They take up almost no space, which means there is no excuse not to carry one. It is one of those small things that quietly does a lot.

We are stepping into a period where being thoughtful matters. Not fearful, not hesitant, just awake. A little sharper, a little clearer, and still finding ways to make things beautiful.

Available now

Vol.16　長く愛され続けるもの

by Arnaud | Apr 20, 2026 | Unagi Club

5 min read

Vol.16　長く愛され続けるもの

マレーシア在住者ならば、一度は行ったことがある、あのカフェ。

なんとなく好きで、また行ってしまう場所。その理由、知っていますか？

ちゃんと長く愛される設計が、最初からされていたんです。

LISETTE

モントキアラに住む日本人なら、一度は行ったことがあるはず。

163 Mallにある、あのカフェ。Lisette’s。 https://www.instagram.com/lisettes.my/

おしゃれで、少し特別で、でもどこか日常に馴染んでいる場所。

朝のコーヒーでも、ちょっとしたランチでも、気づけば当たり前の選択肢のひとつになっている。

でも、知っていましたか？この空間をつくったのが、Lisette本人だったこと。

ロゴも、タイルも、すべて彼女の手から生まれたもの。

丁寧に描かれた線や、時間をかけて選ばれたデザインは、何年経っても、古くならない。

今はもう彼女のレストランではないけれど、その名前は残り、空間も、そのまま息をしている。

トレンドや流行に左右されない、強くて静かなものを、Lisetteはつくり続けている。

一時的に目を引くものではなく、時間の中で残り続けるものを。

モントキアラに住む日本人にとっても、気づけば日常の一部になっているこの場所。

それはきっと、日本人が無意識に選び続けている、“派手ではないけれど、長く残るもの”の感覚と、どこか重なっているから。

目立たなくても、消えないもの。

私たちは、そういうものに、自然と惹かれていませんか？

次はどんなものをLisetteが世に送り出していくのか、楽しみでなりません。

Unagi Clubはこれからも日本とNalaの繋がりを書き記していこうと思います。

20.20 The Calm Before

by Arnaud | Apr 20, 2026 | Events

5 min read

20.20 The Calm Before

We are opening up the home collection.

LISETTE

Tablecloths remain at 50% off. Everything else joins at 20%. Pillowcases, table runners, maxi totes, pouches, toiletry bags. The Estate collection, together with Chinese New Year and Raya pieces.

It’s a good time to get your house in order. Not in a dramatic way, just properly. Things that last, things that work, things you actually use.

From the 20th until the end of May.

Naturally Vegan by Julius Fiedler

by Arnaud | Apr 20, 2026 | Food

5 min read

Naturally Vegan by Julius Fiedler

I just picked up Naturally Vegan by Julius Fiedler, and I have to admit, I went into it slightly sceptical.

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I’m not naturally drawn to vegan food. I like flavour, I like comfort, and I don’t believe in forcing something just because it’s “better.” But I’m also at a point where I might need to open a restaurant, and if that happens, it will most likely be vegetarian. So I’m experimenting.

Julius isn’t one of those traditional chefs with a long Michelin background. He’s part of a newer generation. A food creator who built his following by simplifying recipes and making them accessible. His focus is very clear. Take dishes people already love and show how they can exist in a plant-based way without losing the point. That’s also why this book works.

It doesn’t feel like a lecture. It feels practical. Comfort food from around the world, just rethought slightly. Nothing too complicated, nothing too precious.

And that’s where it gets interesting. Because when you really think about it, most comfort food is already vegetarian. Mashed potatoes. Pizza Margherita. French fries. The things we reach for without thinking twice. No one questions them, and no one feels like they’re missing out.

So maybe it’s not about vegan or not vegan. Maybe it’s just about good food, done well.

Some of the recipes surprised me. In a good way. I’m not converted. Not yet.
But it’s an experiment worth considering.

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