IPOH, Aug. 10 -- At People's Park in Ipoh, the Pekan Pop-Up Market is drawing a crowd not just for its vendors, but for its atmosphere of fashion, creativity and self-expression.

What began as a small event has now become a cultural moment for the city's youth.

For many in Gen Z, it's a reason to dress up, show up, and stand out.

Pekan Pop-Up co-founder Amirul Johari Azman said the market has become a space for young people to express themselves, much like the creative scenes in larger cities.

"It's become a cultural moment where people dress to express themselves," Amirul told Malay Mail during a recent interview.

"You get to see oversized, baggy fits, vintage styles, and people are confident; they don't shy away from having their p...