Before the usual cheerful Raya festivities, images of the frantic rush to the shops for food, raya packets and (most importantly) new Raya outfits come to mind. It’s always worth it in the end, but what’s it like for those on the other side of the counter? This week, Nurita Harith shares with us her 2017 Raya Collection, and discusses the long process behind designing specifically for Raya. Later, Emma Chong Johnston talks to us about the new, colourful style trend of bright, electric Cobalt Blue.