Blackkiwi Club
Ice cream-shaped calculators, lollipop pens, monster pencil cases – it’s all here at this colourful chain of stationery shops. The selection veers between classic designs and colours to the whimsical and cute; best of all, everything is priced very reasonably.
Stationery here is suitable for younger kids and those who prefer their school supplies looking cool but not extravagant. Check out their online store too as it’s regularly updated and introduces many new products and designs every few months.
Various locations within the Klang Valley
www.blackkiwi.club
Smiggle
There isn’t a child below the age of 12 who can walk past a Smiggle shop and not want to go in. Their trademark vivid colour scheme and charming designs are suitable for boys and girls until the early teens. Besides stationery and school supplies, they also have a fantastic array of gift items like alarm clocks, water bottles and headphones.
Pencil cases of all shapes and colours, writing and art tools as well as notebooks all clamour for attention while backpacks and lunchboxes are also popular items. If you’re looking for party pack or Christmas stocking fillers, Smiggle is a one-stop shop for all.
Various locations nationwide
www.smiggle.com.my
CzipLee, Bangsar
This stationery shop has been providing school supplies for generations of school-going children. Located in the busy alcove of Bangsar, CzipLee is spread over over three levels and has everything from proper art supplies like easels, canvases and a wide variety of paints and painting tools, to dictionaries and scientific calculators. Its selection of pens, pencils, erasers, folders, highlighters, set squares, crayons and all the necessities for school is second to none.
But it’s their choice of plush stationery that will have you wanting to start a journal or learning calligraphy. Walk in for ball point pens and a stapler, walk out with a Moleskine diary and a Pepin Press letter writing set!
1 & 3 Jalan Telawi 3,
Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 1700-81-7262
www.cziplee.com
Kinokuniya Book Store, Suria KLCC
Possibly the most well-stocked bookstore in town, Kinokuniya is known for the best selection of books, magazines and graphic novels catering to readers of all ages. The one big advantage it has over the other shops on this list is that it has reference textbooks and workbooks from the various examination boards.
This bookstore also houses a sizeable space filled with school supplies featuring items by The Alphabet Press and Moleskine. Being a Japanese chain, expect bento box erasers and actual bento boxes for packed lunches, and there’s also cool Harry Potter and Game of Thrones themed stationery.
Level 4, Suria KLCC,
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Tel: 03-2164 8133
malaysia.kinokuniya.com
Typo
This Australian brand has the most fashionable stationery in town. Glitter, sequins, metallic colours, faux leather, amusing slogans and puns are part of the design and they change regularly to keep up with trends.
There are fancy pencil case essentials and many types of notebooks, journals and organisers. Other than that, Typo is also a great place for gifts with fridge magnets, mugs, travel accessories and even luggage in their trademark prints and slogans.
Various locations within the Klang Valley
cottonon.com/MY/typo
PapergeekCo
Owned by husband-and-wife duo Joey and Saw, PapergeekCo is an online store specialising in journals, binders, stickers and washi tape. Almost everything has been designed by Joey and Saw and is manufactured locally. Their handmade leather journals will make you want to start writing everything down with their pastel fountain pens; plus, they make lovely gifts as well.
For creative older children, the whimsical rubber stamps, washi tape and stickers will provide the tools to make great cards and scrapbooks. If you’re looking for unique cards and envelopes, this is where to find them. Worldwide shipping is available.
Online store
www.instagram.com/papergeekco
www.etsy.com/shop/PapergeekCo
Sassy
Wholly owned by MPH Bookstores, Sassy stationery really is as playful and vibrant as its name suggests. The brand has at least 10 different collections designed around specific themes like the Lemon series and the Neon collection. Choose from pencil cases, notebooks, folders and sticky notes.
Apart from stationery, the brand also has a line of tote bags, sling pouches, makeup cases and water bottles with girl power messages. It’s affordably priced and particularly popular with girls due to its lively colour scheme and trendy designs.
Available in selected MPH Bookstores nationwide and online
www.sassy.com.my
