Relax is a Penang-born lifestyle brand developed over 20+ years under a company with nearly six decades of heritage in Malaysian houseware. Our designs have always been shaped by the traditions, stories, and everyday beauty around us — especially the rich Peranakan culture that surrounds our roots.
What is Peranakan Culture?
The Peranakan, also known as Straits Chinese, King’s Chinese, or Baba Nyonya, is a community with a beautifully layered identity reflected in its many names. Anthropologists trace its origins back to the 15th century, when Chinese traders migrated to the Malay Archipelago.
At that time, Chinese women were not permitted to emigrate. As a result, many Chinese male traders married local Malay women, and their descendants formed what we now know as the Peranakan community — a culture shaped by both Malay and Chinese heritage.
This fusion is reflected in language, cuisine, clothing, architecture, and decorative arts — creating a cultural identity that is neither solely Chinese nor Malay, but distinctly Southeast Asian.
Many may not realise that Peranakan culture itself is a blend — where Malay and Chinese heritage, languages, craftsmanship, and aesthetics came together to form something uniquely Malaysian. This quiet harmony between cultures is the inspiration behind our Peranakan Tales of Nyonya series.
What is Peranakan Porcelain?
Peranakan porcelain is known for its colourful and intricate designs that reflect the cultural fusion between Malay and Chinese influences in Southeast Asia.
The motifs often combine:
- Traditional symbols like dragons, phoenixes, and peonies
- Local elements such as Malay flora and fauna
- Detailed geometric patterns
This blend creates a visual language that is vibrant, feminine, and unmistakably Peranakan.
Porcelain Tea Set Thermal Flask
Inspired by the elegance of Nyonya porcelain tea set, this 500ml SUS304 thermal flask carries the charm of traditional motifs into modern daily life.
The design reflects:
- Dragons and phoenixes symbolizing prosperity and harmony
- Local floral elements that soften the aesthetic
- A colourful yet refined look that feels both nostalgic and contemporary
It is not just a bottle — it is a piece of cultural art you carry with you.
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What is Bakul Siah?
Bakul Siah, or bakul Peranakan/Nyonya, is a traditional ceremonial container that beautifully reflects the meeting of Malay craftsmanship and Peranakan Chinese cultural traditions.
The name itself tells a story:
“Bakul” means basket in Malay, while “Siah” means auspicious in Hokkien — already showing the blend of cultures.
Traditionally, Bakul Siah is:
- Woven from buluh (bamboo) or rotan using traditional Malay basketry techniques
- Decorated in red, gold, and black, symbolising prosperity and blessings
- Often adorned with motifs like naga (dragon) or phoenix, representing good fortune
It is widely used in Melayu Melaka and Baba Nyonya communities, especially during weddings and festive occasions, to carry fruits, cakes, dodol, kain, or special gifts.
So Bakul Siah is not solely Chinese — it is a cultural symbol born from Malay artisanal roots and Peranakan ceremonial traditions, making it a true reflection of Malaysia’s cultural fusion.
Today, the Bakul Siah continues to represent sharing, warmth, and well wishes.
Bakul Siah Thermal Food Jar
Inspired by this heritage symbol of sharing and blessings, our SUS316 2000ml Bakul Siah Thermal Food Jar transforms tradition into modern function.
- Gold auspicious motifs meet contemporary design
- A large capacity for sharing warm meals
- A meaningful gift that carries your well wishes
Just like the original Bakul Siah, it represents generosity, warmth, and connection.
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This Peranakan-inspired series brings cultural heritage into everyday essentials, from thermal flasks to food jars, blending traditional Malaysian design with modern routines. Because culture shouldn’t only be preserved, but carried, used, and remembered in our daily moments. We’re proud to be a Malaysian brand, and we hope to keep drawing memories together from one generation to the next.
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