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Amid pandemic, Indonesian designers turn to chic protective outerwear
Several Indonesian designers and labels have come up with interesting designs for protective jackets and outers to keep the wearers safe and stylish at the same time.
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Aside from wearing a protective jacket, people still need to wear face masks and gloves when going outside. (Shutterstock/stefanphotozemun)
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s Indonesia prepares to enter the “new normal” period and the country’s capital city begins its transition phase to ease large-scale social restrictions (PSBB), people will begin returning to offices and to enjoy outdoor activities after months of self-isolation.
For those looking to shield themselves from COVID-19 while outside, wearing a protective jacket (JPD) is a good option in addition to donning a face mask or face shield.
Realizing this new necessity, several Indonesian designers and labels have come up with interesting designs for protective jackets and outerwear to keep the wearers safe and stylish at the same time:
Anne Avantie
Since the outbreak, renowned kebaya designer Anne Avantie has been busy making protective gear (APD) for hospitals workers. Now that the "new normal" is upon us, she has begun making stylish protective jackets as well.
“Several people called me, looking to purchase APD [...] that they wanted to wear while buying groceries and doing other activities. [The requests] then inspired me to make fashionable protective jackets,” shared Anne on Instagram.
The 54-year-old fashion designer told tempo.co that she made the jackets with safe yet comfortable materials. "Our target [customers] are varied; from companies to adults and children."
Though appearing the same, the jackets are different from raincoats. After use, they should be hung outside in an open area or, after being sprayed with disinfectant, can be stored in the wardrobe without being folded. Wearers are also still encouraged to use a face mask and gloves for precautions.
Gadiza
This fashion brand has released a product called Sazia Outer to cater to those seeking additional protection while out and about.
Available in 115 and 95 centimeters lengths, the hooded outer is said to be made of lightweight and water-repellent material.
Gadiza creative director Rosie Rahmadi said on Instagram that the outer was currently among the brand's all-time favorite products. “It doesn’t get wrinkled easily and dries fast after being washed," she said. “I can also wear it while working out as its length is comfortable when wearing pants and helps me sweat a lot.”
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Wening’s Line
Fashion brand Wening’s Line by Yogyakarta-based designer Wening Angga also features protective outers with a touch of Indonesian culture among its products.
The outers are said to be made of quick-dry and waterproof materials that are still comfortable, as well as tenun (handwoven fabric) from the Baduy tribe and lurik (striped woven material) from Yogyakarta.
Devy Ros Couture
Semarang-based fashion designer Devy Rose has produced a similar outfit for daily use.
Offered as part of the S-APD series by brand Devy Ros Couture, the outfit consists of a jacket and cargo pants with a hoodie and matching face mask.
Made of nylon polyester parachute material to protect the wearers from respiratory and speech droplets, Devy stated that the brand used water-repellent, antidust and lightweight materials and provided products with additional pockets for practicality purposes. (wir/kes)
