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Politics 2 years ago

Jokowi wears Maluku attire for penultimate state address

For this year's State of the Nation Address, President Jokowi pays tribute to the people of Tanimbar in Maluku by wearing their traditional attire.

Art & Culture 3 years ago

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Twenties: Notable Batik patterns from across the archipelago

Batik, one of Indonesia’s most beloved icons and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, comes in a rich variety of patterns, each with a unique origin and meaning. These are 20 batik patterns from across the archipelago.

People 6 years ago

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'Lurik' and life philosophies: Lulu Lutfi Labibi celebrates eight years in fashion

The year 2019 marks the eighth anniversary of the label Lulu Lutfi Labibi, celebrated with the presentation of a Spring/Summer 2020 collection titled Sewindu Bercerita (Eight Years of Stories) and an exhibition of the brand’s previous collections in the Jogja National Museum (JNM).

Art & Culture 6 years ago

City of culture Yogyakarta hosts 7th ASEAN Traditional Textile Symposium

Taking “Embracing Change, Honoring Tradition” as its theme, the five-day event is scheduled to be officially opened by First Lady Iriana on Tuesday

Science & Tech 6 years ago

Batik motifs adorn Google Indonesia's homepage on Wednesday

A click on the image brings users to a Google search result for Batik Day, listing the latest news on batik.

Lifestyle 6 years ago

Balijava by Denny Wirawan takes fashion enthusiasts to East Lombok through Pringgasela

The natural beauty of East Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara was the inspiration for designer Denny Wirawan’s label Balijava, in the latest Spring/Summer collection.

Art & Culture 6 years ago

Thousands of East Flores weavers to showcase skills at Bale Nagi Festival

Thousands of weavers of East Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, will showcase their skills as part of Bale Nagi Festival.

Art & Culture 7 years ago

ARTJOG: Fashion show a reminder of golden age of natural dye

One of the things that makes batik so distinctive is its natural dyeing technique, while the unique color of indigo blue holds a special place in the hearts of many.

Lifestyle 8 years ago

Promoting traditional fabric in backpacker fashion

Traveling is more than just a hobby for Dian Erra Kumalasari, who is now globetrotting to introduce Indonesia’s woven fabric to the world while supporting marginal communities who earn a living from traditional weaving.