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Djenara Bags : Red for Courageously Indonesian!

D.j.e.n.a.r.a – uhm…before we get to the reviewing part…reviewing creative Indonesian brands all these times give me some inspiration on how to name my daughter ( I dunno when yet…but still); and Djenara, I would say would be one strong candidate. :p

Ok, Back to Djenara Bags!

Lania Rakhma, the founder, is by coincidence also the wife of a friend back in college (I now must admit I admire my guy friends’ taste in choosing wives :p ). She found her passion only after finishing her undergraduate study in Environmental Engineering…She participated in several fashion design competition and having convinced of her new passion, she  took fashion classes at Studio Intermodel Bandung. And now—supported by her husband along the way—she has established several fashion lines (clothings, Djenara Bags, and hopefully soon, shoe lines!).

Lania admitted that she always has a particularly ‘high‘ taste in fashion, “it’s hard to find something that is really me in the market”. This is the base that she takes when she designs her products. At the mean time, she’s into batik and tenun ikat—and found herself loving and treasuring it even more as she gets mesmerized towards the rich variety of traditional patterns she found along the process. “Why not mix my hobby in designing, exploring own culture…and business..?” –she said.

Djenara comes from ‘Jenar’ (Javanese root) that means ‘Red’. Red, for her symbolizes courage, to try new things, to go beyond one’s comfort zone—“Like I did when I swerved from engineering to design, for instance”, Lania said. Djenara is still new  though, and Lania expects that it will  still develop in its slogan as well as its style. It may as well remain as it is now, ”Simple, chic, eclectic”.

Every Djenara design is made a la boutique : each made unique, meticulously taken care by skillful bag artisans.

For fellow designers, it’s worthwhile to hear what she says on her design and business  philosophy:

Actually, when the idea of starting business suddenly pop up in your head, don’t wait till the right time come, bcoz it will never come. Just do it already and i believe when you keep on the right track & keep believing in yourself, the ‘supporting factors’ will come along the way. Amin.

As usual, I asked her some personal questions –for you to know more about Lania, the lady behind.

1. What inspires you?

What inspires me in designing bags in batik fabric is simply the fabrics itselves. They are so beautiful and I only have to mix and match the character of colours, the patterns, with my style.

2. When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up? Craves?

Taking with someone or people you love : husband, family, friends, and fellow workers…simple but warm chat would definitely boost my mood instantly


3. What makes a good design, according to you?

Originality, strong character, but not egoistic—in the sense that it can be appreciated easily by other people / customer. Design for me is more commercialized, unlike art. Art you can make however you like, but design has its commercial side. (Well, maybe I don’t know that much…hehehe)

4. Favorite designers (local and intl) you look up to?

I like more with young people who devoutly follow their passion and do their business according to it—without having to have large name or certain organization’s support..They’re more original.

My favourite international designer is Tsumori Chisato (Great imagination he has. WAW!)


5. What’s the hardest part of making your own design and running your own business. How do you cope?

Time problem. As I’m also tacking production and running clothing line also, it’s hard to find relaxing timeto design. In the end, usually I give last minute design to be produced. The source may be also Human resources problem.  I cannot yet delegate much of the works and I’m still handling things across the value chain. The only best way to tackle it is just to accept it gladly, “Insya Allah everything finished at time and everything goes well”.  It’s cliché maybe, but true…

At this moment, Djenara bags can be found  in Shajna Store @ Kompleks Kue Soes Merdeka Jl. merdeka No. 29 Bandung, or at Djenara Facebook account here. Happy Shopping, and Good Luck Djenara!!!

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After long semester (in which I hardly written anything but papers), and holiday! :D Here’s another review of our dearest young designers who, also, have patiently waits for the post to emerge to existence (Sorry girls) : it’s KAMINI !!! Kamini brings us (the young generation, if we may say so ;p) their contemporethnic style, which of course essentially derived from traditional style with contemporary design nowadays, in the hope that batik is not just presented as formal clothing but also as casual as converse and H&M bags .While indeed use of Batik, especially Sukapura style which has been booming in within our circle of fellow designers, but yet, another uniqueness brought by Kamini shows us how one batik style may be modified to infinite creativity. Started early 2008, hectic days recalled by Kamini girls who were then still doing their bachelor thesis at ITB Bandung, they were initiating by making velvet laptop bag which they regretted that its ‘batik’ pattern was overly obscured in the design and was hardly seen.  Their passion to Indonesian culture has brought trio-Kamini together : Aurora Rintya (Bachelor of Interior Design), Meirina Triharini(Bachelor in Product Design), and Arianti Ayu (Bachelor in Product Design) who joined the latest. From 20 February 2010, they have been playing with batik tasik style, and seems they’re not bored yet, and  exciting stuffs keep on flowing out of their workshop :D Kanaka Darpa Padmini, in sanskrit means “gold that women proud of”. So guys, seems Kamini hasn’t yet able to fulfil your fashion needs. But on the other hands, for girls, look how Kamini satiates your crave! and please do stay tune, coz..Pssttt…they will also launch kamini living in near future! :) . Like other guerillya enterpreneurs, they are now having limited items with custom making (well, this originates also from batik tasik themselves which are hardly replicable).  I know when I’ll be going home in 18 days (weeheee!!), I’ll definitely grab one of their jackets, and or also the bag. :P (drooling mode - on). Go to http://inikamini.blogspot.com for their nice products (they also make good pictures! slurppp!) ok, now—as usual, little peek to Kamini’s souls :) What inspires you? (AR) Anything can inspiring me. (MT) Friends, family(AA) Especially nature like flower and leaves, terutama alam indonesia tuh menginspirasi banget, indaahhh banget. 2. When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up? Craves? (AR) batikkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk…..and my ugly sketch(MT) good books, good songs, good food and a moment on my own(AA) Looking for new kind of fashion at mall, heheheheeeeee 3. What makes a good design, according to you? (AR) listening-browsing-sketching-editing(MT) Understanding, of what people needs and what we want to give(AA) Its unique, timeless and useful. Menurut saya kalau desain itu tidak mengikuti trend dan mampu membuat trend sendiri (unik) itu good design. 4. Favorite designers (local and intl) you look up to? (AR) Alvin Tjitrowirjo, yang int. siapa yaaa, hmm…salah satunya nate berkus dehh…(MT) My future designer friends =) & Louboutin(AA) Local: Runi Palar, Yana Diah Kusumawati. Kebanyakan desainer perhiasan, cause i adore jewelry soo much ;Int : i dont know much about international designer, but i know about Marion Barclay’s work, its great 5. What’s the hardest part of making your own design and running your own business. How do you cope? (AR) The Indonesian labours, arghhhh…..don’t expect them to be ON time , so I have different deadline for us (kamini) and for the labours.(MT) The consistency. our business is our journey. no need to run, just walk steadily, take a little time to relax when we are tired, then continue the journey(AA) Its easy to create some sketches, but not easy to made it as good prototype, it needs more time. 6. Make a wish (and blow the candle). :D (AR) Hope………..Kamini will go international with Indonesian ethnic textile fhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh…… (MT) Wish we could do better together..hehe..(AA) people loves our design, our works :) Kamini’s girls with the model 

After long semester (in which I hardly written anything but papers), and holiday! :D Here’s another review of our dearest young designers who, also, have patiently waits for the post to emerge to existence (Sorry girls) : it’s KAMINI !!!

Kamini brings us (the young generation, if we may say so ;p) their contemporethnic style, which of course essentially derived from traditional style with contemporary design nowadays, in the hope that batik is not just presented as formal clothing but also as casual as converse and H&M bags .While indeed use of Batik, especially Sukapura style which has been booming in within our circle of fellow designers, but yet, another uniqueness brought by Kamini shows us how one batik style may be modified to infinite creativity. Started early 2008, hectic days recalled by Kamini girls who were then still doing their bachelor thesis at ITB Bandung, they were initiating by making velvet laptop bag which they regretted that its ‘batik’ pattern was overly obscured in the design and was hardly seen. 

Their passion to Indonesian culture has brought trio-Kamini together : Aurora Rintya (Bachelor of Interior Design), Meirina Triharini(Bachelor in Product Design), and Arianti Ayu (Bachelor in Product Design) who joined the latest. From 20 February 2010, they have been playing with batik tasik style, and seems they’re not bored yet, and  exciting stuffs keep on flowing out of their workshop :D

Kanaka Darpa Padmini, in sanskrit means “gold that women proud of”. So guys, seems Kamini hasn’t yet able to fulfil your fashion needs. But on the other hands, for girls, look how Kamini satiates your crave! and please do stay tune, coz..Pssttt…they will also launch kamini living in near future! :) . Like other guerillya enterpreneurs, they are now having limited items with custom making (well, this originates also from batik tasik themselves which are hardly replicable). 

I know when I’ll be going home in 18 days (weeheee!!), I’ll definitely grab one of their jackets, and or also the bag. :P (drooling mode - on). Go to http://inikamini.blogspot.com for their nice products (they also make good pictures! slurppp!)

ok, now—as usual, little peek to Kamini’s souls :)

What inspires you?

(AR) Anything can inspiring me. 
(MT) Friends, family
(AA) Especially nature like flower and leaves, terutama alam indonesia tuh menginspirasi banget, indaahhh banget.

2. When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up? Craves?

(AR) batikkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk…..and my ugly sketch
(MT) good books, good songs, good food and a moment on my own
(AA) Looking for new kind of fashion at mall, heheheheeeeee

3. What makes a good design, according to you?

(AR) listening-browsing-sketching-editing
(MT) Understanding, of what people needs and what we want to give
(AA) Its unique, timeless and useful. Menurut saya kalau desain itu tidak mengikuti trend dan mampu membuat trend sendiri (unik) itu good design.

4. Favorite designers (local and intl) you look up to?

(AR) Alvin Tjitrowirjo, yang int. siapa yaaa, hmm…salah satunya nate berkus dehh…
(MT) My future designer friends =) & Louboutin
(AA) Local: Runi Palar, Yana Diah Kusumawati. Kebanyakan desainer perhiasan, cause i adore jewelry soo much ;Int : i dont know much about international designer, but i know about Marion Barclay’s work, its great

5. What’s the hardest part of making your own design and running your own business. How do you cope?

(AR) The Indonesian labours, arghhhh…..don’t expect them to be ON time , so I have different deadline for us (kamini) and for the labours.
(MT) The consistency. our business is our journey. no need to run, just walk steadily, take a little time to relax when we are tired, then continue the journey
(AA) Its easy to create some sketches, but not easy to made it as good prototype, it needs more time.

6. Make a wish (and blow the candle). :D

(AR) Hope………..Kamini will go international with Indonesian ethnic textile fhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh……

(MT) Wish we could do better together..hehe..
(AA) people loves our design, our works :)

Kamini's girls with the model

Kamini’s girls with the model 

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Let’s all shout, “This is Indonesian Beautiful Pattern and Colours !!”, with Kavi Indonesia Dresses It’s been quite some time since I’ve been seeing Kavi Indonesia. But I haven’t had the chance to get in contact until recently. For all these time. I have been craving for their yummy-coloured and patterned batik dresses. Which I would certainly be proud of going around in. Like Dreamesh, creative creation of a future-mommy back then, Kavi was established when Kavita Rezi the founder—who is another creative HI UNPAR graduated(!)— was pregnant for her first baby. (Seeing the prevalences, It might as well be interesting to inspect what pregnancy do to our creativity level! it certainly boosts up creative hormone! :p). Anyway, back to Kavi Indonesia. Despite the batik-boom 2 years ago, she didn’t find any that could satisfy her style, Kavita said. Hence, Kavi Indonesia was created, as personal indulgence, which she was downrightly putting it, ‘gw banget gituu’, which in fact, in the end, turns out to indulge me!, and  certainly you too!! The clothing and bags line are meant for Casual and Semi-formal. Her aim is to make her clothing line those favorite clothes in the drawer that you would subsequently use to go anywhere! Mall, Hanging out with friends, Work, Coffee meeting, Groceries, Cremaillaire party, Conferences, you name it—And if Kavi dresses can speak, they would shout “Hey, this is the beauty of Indonesian motive and colours!”. Well I dunno with you guys, But looking her line of clothing, I WOULD certainly wear them everywhere, and not just on Friday-casual-Day at work.   Presented with passion, Kavi Indonesia for Kavita is ‘A ‘playroom’ where I put my heart and passion in.’, and where she can contribute her little effort for Indonesia (I like this)! Now, Kavita is helped with her 2 friends, one for managing the finance and one for marketing. And…If you’re suppose to dig a bit deeper into your pocket for her dresses, it’s because they are  indeed sooo cute and adorable, the exclusive hand made touch, and her limited production capacity at the moment. But don’t hesitate dig deeper and more for Kavi, hence she’ll be able to expand and make it more economize-able for everybody’s sake—-and for the beauty of Indonesia to be more pronounced widely! Her online shop is quite succesful, admits Kavita. Apart from the frequent buyers in Bandung and Jakarta, Kavi has reached Gresik, Surabaya, Soroako, Aceh, Singapore, Canada, Dubai, Texas, Australia, Jerman. Wew! I think I will ask Kavita to make me a custom dress of a motive I liked in her previous collection….humm hummm….Anyway, here’s her online shop you should go for a visit, right away! Best of Success, Kavita and Kavi Indonesia! Here’s for you to get to know Kavita Rezi….. What inspires you? —-Lots of things! But Colors are definitely my biggest inspiration. I love Colors! When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up? —-Just by looking at my Son’s cute act will instantly give a big smile on my face [he’s 19 months now]…Hmmm what else?A long quality talk with my husband,  a cup of Hot Jasmine tea in the morning and afternoon,  Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, A cup of Frozen Yoghurt , oh ya.. Bala Bala and a bowl of Hot Bakso Malang will also cheer me up at anytime! J  What’s your crave? —-Unique Color Combinations [not only applied on fashion items ya] , FOOD! —-Have I mentioned Mint Chocolate Chip, Frozen Yoghurt, Bala Bala, Bakso Malang, Batagor, Cireng, Steak, Serabi Solo, Sushi, Batagor, Bakmi Tasik, Blue Berry Cheese Pancake? Ahahaha  When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? —-Stewardess, Kindergarten Teacher and a Broadcaster [Only one that hasn’t been accomplished –probably wont ;)] What is the best and worst thing about being living in Bandung? —-Living in Northern part of Bandung now [Gegerkalong]. —-Everything is great so far. Best thing is the cool air [although its not as cool as Bandung in a few years back] and the food [as mentioned before ;D] The worst thing about living in Bandung is on  week ends. You cant go anywhere without getting caught by a traffic jam. So I usually just stay home , cook for my family during week ends or go to someplace not too far from my house. ^^ Thanks a lot Kavita!

Let’s all shout, “This is Indonesian Beautiful Pattern and Colours !!”, with Kavi Indonesia Dresses

It’s been quite some time since I’ve been seeing Kavi Indonesia. But I haven’t had the chance to get in contact until recently. For all these time. I have been craving for their yummy-coloured and patterned batik dresses. Which I would certainly be proud of going around in.

Like Dreamesh, creative creation of a future-mommy back then, Kavi was established when Kavita Rezi the founder—who is another creative HI UNPAR graduated(!)— was pregnant for her first baby. (Seeing the prevalences, It might as well be interesting to inspect what pregnancy do to our creativity level! it certainly boosts up creative hormone! :p). Anyway, back to Kavi Indonesia. Despite the batik-boom 2 years ago, she didn’t find any that could satisfy her style, Kavita said. Hence, Kavi Indonesia was created, as personal indulgence, which she was downrightly putting it, ‘gw banget gituu’, which in fact, in the end, turns out to indulge me!, and  certainly you too!!

The clothing and bags line are meant for Casual and Semi-formal. Her aim is to make her clothing line those favorite clothes in the drawer that you would subsequently use to go anywhere! Mall, Hanging out with friends, Work, Coffee meeting, Groceries, Cremaillaire party, Conferences, you name it—And if Kavi dresses can speak, they would shout “Hey, this is the beauty of Indonesian motive and colours!”. Well I dunno with you guys, But looking her line of clothing, I WOULD certainly wear them everywhere, and not just on Friday-casual-Day at work.  

Presented with passion, Kavi Indonesia for Kavita is ‘A ‘playroom’ where I put my heart and passion in.’, and where she can contribute her little effort for Indonesia (I like this)! Now, Kavita is helped with her 2 friends, one for managing the finance and one for marketing. And…If you’re suppose to dig a bit deeper into your pocket for her dresses, it’s because they are  indeed sooo cute and adorable, the exclusive hand made touch, and her limited production capacity at the moment. But don’t hesitate dig deeper and more for Kavi, hence she’ll be able to expand and make it more economize-able for everybody’s sake—-and for the beauty of Indonesia to be more pronounced widely!

Her online shop is quite succesful, admits Kavita. Apart from the frequent buyers in Bandung and Jakarta, Kavi has reached Gresik, Surabaya, Soroako, Aceh, Singapore, Canada, Dubai, Texas, Australia, Jerman.

Wew! I think I will ask Kavita to make me a custom dress of a motive I liked in her previous collection….humm hummm….Anyway, here’s her online shop you should go for a visit, right away! Best of Success, Kavita and Kavi Indonesia!

Here’s for you to get to know Kavita Rezi…..

What inspires you?

—-Lots of things! But Colors are definitely my biggest inspiration. I love Colors!

When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up?

—-Just by looking at my Son’s cute act will instantly give a big smile on my face [he’s 19 months now]…Hmmm what else?A long quality talk with my husband,  a cup of Hot Jasmine tea in the morning and afternoon,  Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, A cup of Frozen Yoghurt , oh ya.. Bala Bala and a bowl of Hot Bakso Malang will also cheer me up at anytime! J 

What’s your crave?

—-Unique Color Combinations [not only applied on fashion items ya] , FOOD!

—-Have I mentioned Mint Chocolate Chip, Frozen Yoghurt, Bala Bala, Bakso Malang, Batagor, Cireng, Steak, Serabi Solo, Sushi, Batagor, Bakmi Tasik, Blue Berry Cheese Pancake? Ahahaha

 When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

—-Stewardess, Kindergarten Teacher and a Broadcaster [Only one that hasn’t been accomplished –probably wont ;)]

What is the best and worst thing about being living in Bandung?

—-Living in Northern part of Bandung now [Gegerkalong].

—-Everything is great so far. Best thing is the cool air [although its not as cool as Bandung in a few years back] and the food [as mentioned before ;D] The worst thing about living in Bandung is on  week ends. You cant go anywhere without getting caught by a traffic jam. So I usually just stay home , cook for my family during week ends or go to someplace not too far from my house.

^^ Thanks a lot Kavita!

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Dreamesh :”Living The Dream” in your dream house!

Hmm….Maybe it’s only my thing, but maybe it’s equally yours ;p: Whenever I go to thriftystore, or IKEA, or eye-candy furniture shop, there’s a huge crave of …HAVING A HOUSE ! and images of decorated rooms and colours and patterns and smell of paint would pop crazily in my head… I know. I’m now being delirious. Having a house is not yet in my current agenda…but when I will have it in my list, I know now to whom I would run for advise and for all the cute things that would fill my future house with some ‘ooh-aah’ delicious items!

DREAMESH. It was simply a dream of Amesh, the founder, which turns into a dream for all! Started when Amesh herself was moving to her own house, hence you can imagine, she felt a big surge of furniture and decorative items-crave. However, “mission to build our dream house’, she said,”was not satisfied by what the market offers.” …..and Voila! so she made herself cute cushions from bright-coloured, retro-patterned batik tasik (like those you can see in the picture above). And a surprise for her, the blog readers loved it! Aferwards, she started to sell her products with her brand “Dreamesh Living”. As beautifully phrased in her philosophy, “Living The Dream”, she aims Dreamesh at those who just have the chance of moving into their ‘dream house’. ;p You aim it right, Amesh, I believe, this is a EVERY girl’s dream.

Amesh herself had been dreaming to dwell in art, reflecting her affinity in drawing and writing. “I love colors, patterns, those sort of things.” she said. She went school, however, not to art school, but to International Relations dept of UNPAR. While doing her thesis on Globalization theme particularly on influence of US’ in Indonesian mass media, she focused the research on CosmoGIRL!. —-the first international magazine for teens entering Indonesia, also where DIY were widely covered in the magazine! There, she found her passion. She moved to Cosmogirl after graduation and learnt whole beautiful bunch about colours, pattern, pictures and good writing in the company—which now she really feels, influencing significantly on her current project at Dreamesh.

Although her production capacity’s still limited and sell based on ready stock, but her market has reached Beijing, Singapore, Dubai! You can also find her products in  Alun-Alun Grand Indonesia, Chic Mart Kemang, and Kids Republik Lobby 2 Mall of Indonesia. 

Now…As usual, I’ll put here something to let you know Amesh more…

What inspires you?

Everything! My surroundings, my job, but mostly my personal taste and style :P

Whatwould boost your mood in a cloudy day?

A kiss from my son! definitely! and also ice cream, window shopping, a good TV show, great food, my husband listening to my complaints. oh am easy to please :)

What’s your crave?

Bright colors, retro patterns, old cookie jars, tin colanders, bold rugs, danish designed furnitures, india inspired accessories, handmade products, vintage bags, and of course pretty shoes! after all am just an ordinary girl :P

What were your dreams when you were a girl?

A LOT !! Engineer, Housemaid, and still one I would like to be : Cartoonist

What is the best and worst thing about living at Bintaro?

Star-canopied (still) sky at nite, Blue sky at daylight, Vanilla sky approaching maghrib (evening), and everywhere I still see green! THE BEST LAH ! Worst? I don’t know, can’t think of any other than it’s far from the center.

Ooh, :p from the last question, I can really tell she’s a color-person! She define the world in colour! No wonder her work are so mesmerizingly eye-candy! …Amesh! I’m so all inspired. Well maybe I wouldn’t really do the creative work like you, but I’d definitely be seeking advise, and buy super comfy cushions from you!! (just wait for the day—amien) hee hee….For you who are just happy at the moment coz you’re moving to your new place, or in a stage of renovating your house, or just bored with your dull room, check her blog, and flickr shop, You will ABSOLUTELY be inspired!

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Manikam Indonesia, the future ‘classic’ of Indonesian’s design

Manikam Indonesia's Creation

Manikam Indonesia.Glancing at the name, I already sense the ‘elegance’ that it brings. And the first impression proved indeed. Manikam Indonesia is established based on similar vision shared by Aini, Fajar (Manikam’s designers), and Agni (Manikam’s management) who are determined on enhance our culture, and not merely repeting the existing. Enhancements are done in terms of pattern, technique, or the general context. ‘Manikam’ itself derives from Sanskrit language, which means ‘jewelry’. Jewelry here does not only represent ‘beautifying’, but more of that, it is a manifestation of culture simbolism, and as something that transcends values. The Slogan,”Customize Your Life” promises personal and characterized design based on client’s need. They hence believe that every individual are unique, and they appreciate and respect each uniqueness in Indonesian contemporary designs that they offer.

Manikam particularly moves in Indonesian comtemporary Batik and Jewelry, ranges from wearable to collection designed batik, whereas for jewelry, are still made based on order. Future collection of jewelry is anticipated although spirit of handmade and customized design are still preserved. Also for marketing, they’re still relying on word of mouth, so guys, please spread the great creation!

Lines from Interview with Agni (Ag), Fajar (Fa), and Aini (Ai)

What inspires you?

Ag : Batik crafters in Bandung whose house used for production : intimate community, innovative, rich of collaboration with colleagues on enhancing batik, hence we see the passion. These humble and visioned crafters induce also my spirit. We’re determined on creating high quality national product using traditional inspiration and patterns
Fa : IWAN TIRTA…, but batik itself is already an abundant inspiration for me to create…
Ai : Same with Agni, inspired by the businessmen who are moving in artistic industry and gives purposes to people. As of my artistic inspiration..Everything can inspire me, but actually I’d love to see the basic problem first. That’s design are for, rite? Solving human problem ;)

In the hardest days, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up?

Ag : Sleeping, Biking, Writing on the issue…
Fa : Fortunately drawing is a hobby that brings more luck. I also like to write…
Ai : I’m a reflective person, so… try to see the whole picture then find the best solution will definitely cheers me up. Off course before that, I need to be calm first. That’s my boyfriend specialty ;)

…And your crave?

Ag : Book Store as Periplus’, foldable bike that fits angkot-commuting
Fa : Batik!, and no printing OK?!
Ai : Deep purple color, absolutely!

…your childhood wannabe?

Ag : War doctor as in Band of Brothers : Eugene Roe
Fa : Exactly what I am thinking now :) Young desainer with characterized design, and famous!
Ai : I want to be everything! It seems changing time after time

What is the best and worst thing about living in Bandung?

Ag : Worst : Crowded and unmanageable people (whose ruler are also referring only to self-interest)…Motorcycle booming. The bests definitely is the passion, community in creativity, cool, and the food!Fa : Idem with Agni! Plus, Bandung won’t leave you impression if you’re leaving it too long. Ai : I’ve just always tried to makes ‘the-not-so-good’ things better, and the best thing comes great ;)
Wow, I’m really proud of this three young Indonesians. Big vision and surely they’re competent designers (LOOK at those designs! Gaaah!! I’m gasping! They’re truly original and the wonderful thing is that they are truly Indonesian! I’m quite sure, despite their contemporariness at the moment, in some 50 years their designs can already be called ‘classic’ Indonesian…as they sure are bringing it all out with CLASS!


Nice to know you all three (of course Agni I already know for years ;p, but Fajar and Aini, nice to know a bit of you and keep on creating! Indonesia need more of you guys :D …..And dear readers, you can go ooh-aah on their designs on their blog, multiply, facebook, and email at manikam.indonesia(at)gmail.com
Long live Indonesian’s design!

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Daradara Bajuku has made me eagerly wanting to have a kid! really. looking at these tutu in batik pattern, and all variety of children wardrobe in Indonesian touch! Lia, the founder, shows us that it’s essential yet easy and chic to teach our youngs about the beauty that our ancestors has inherited us. Never too early to introduce them to Garut or Pekalongan Pattern ;p… Setting up the business for the first time, Lia is inspired by her 6 year old daughter. After years of working inadvertising agencies from secretary, graphic designer, art director to creative group head, she finally gave up her career in creative industry when her daughter was three and as mother she felt that she belongs home, with the kid. While she’s having difficulty finding kids clothing suiting her unique style, she decided to jump in the industry, producing wardrobe line for girls! Anyway, fashion and design has always been her passion since ever. She said she regretted that her choice of career was not in fashion in the first place, but realize then that GOD sets the plan, and she finally found her everlonging passion now. :) Since the beginning she’s committed to use indonesian materials, to also introduce indonesian textile since early in childhood. “Kalo dari kecil udah demen pake batik (ato kain-kain Indonesia lainnya..), ntar ampe gede kan pasti nempel tuh…anak2 jaman sekarang jangan cuma tau Hannah Montana aja” Regretting that one time a daughter of a friend rejected her design and prefers Hannah Montana’s clothing line. How sad it was :( DARADARA gots its brand from her daughter (Adara) which means “beautiful” in greek and “girls” in Bahasa. As her source of inspiration, her daughter is also her partner in crime (see all the model in pictures is her lovely daughter! :p). She proposes unique ideas such as reversible clothes, which is good for your thin pocket in time of crises! ;p great look, save money! From February 2009 when it was founded, DARADARA has found clients from Jakarta, Bali, Bontang, Palembang, US and Sweden —mostly for Indonesian who lives there. Daradara offers unique clothings for 2 - 10 year old girls with Indonesian touch. They’re now contactable by phone (+62811862090) or email (daradara2009@yahoo.com) and accept payment via BCA bank transfer. Delivery by TIKI. Currently not having any stores yet, but it’s actively participating exhibition and bazaar, so stay tune… From the interview lines with Lia : What inspires you? my daughter When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up? I don’t know, it’s really rare that I have a really really bad day, because I’m quite a laid back person and now I’m more submitting…(berserah, red). So….if back then I got caught in traffic jam I would have got on my temper, now I can deal with it calmly… I suppose getting on my temper wouldn’t make the traffic smoother… :p My family, music, my friends and movies can definitely cheer me up…. What are 5 things you are working on right now? Mmm….let’s see….I’m on DARADARA (preparing new collection, finding materials, etc), quite busy with my kid, pick her up at school and courses…, attending and participating bazaar and exhibition (especially approaching Lebaran Days…., while I still don’t know where…;p )…Opening wing for network…DARADARA just got reviewed by SEKAR magazine which will be out in September….*so excited*, and in August DARADARA was in Parenting Indonesia. That’s quite some! When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? Ha..Ha…It changes overtime….I used to be wanting to be stewardess, that they’re able to go anywehere, and somewhile after I wanted to be a docter and engineer, and while I get older like I’m now…I want to be a businesswoman…It’s ok to be late, rather than never starts, no? What is the best and worst thing about being living in Jakarta Best: variety of food, cheap to pricey ones…. Worst : Pollution, Traffic Jam, Crime on the street (Once I’d been robbed in a taxi…. :( ) Ah Thanks Mbak Lia!! Pleasure to have you! So, mummies (or poppies), and wanna be mummies (and poppies :D), you’d better see what Daradara Bajuku offers! N O W !!

Daradara Bajuku has made me eagerly wanting to have a kid! really. looking at these tutu in batik pattern, and all variety of children wardrobe in Indonesian touch! Lia, the founder, shows us that it’s essential yet easy and chic to teach our youngs about the beauty that our ancestors has inherited us. Never too early to introduce them to Garut or Pekalongan Pattern ;p…

Setting up the business for the first time, Lia is inspired by her 6 year old daughter. After years of working inadvertising agencies from secretary, graphic designer, art director to creative group head, she finally gave up her career in creative industry when her daughter was three and as mother she felt that she belongs home, with the kid. While she’s having difficulty finding kids clothing suiting her unique style, she decided to jump in the industry, producing wardrobe line for girls! Anyway, fashion and design has always been her passion since ever. She said she regretted that her choice of career was not in fashion in the first place, but realize then that GOD sets the plan, and she finally found her everlonging passion now. :)

Since the beginning she’s committed to use indonesian materials, to also introduce indonesian textile since early in childhood.

“Kalo dari kecil udah demen pake batik (ato kain-kain Indonesia lainnya..), ntar ampe gede kan pasti nempel tuh…anak2 jaman sekarang jangan cuma tau Hannah Montana aja”

Regretting that one time a daughter of a friend rejected her design and prefers Hannah Montana’s clothing line. How sad it was :(

DARADARA gots its brand from her daughter (Adara) which means “beautiful” in greek and “girls” in Bahasa. As her source of inspiration, her daughter is also her partner in crime (see all the model in pictures is her lovely daughter! :p). She proposes unique ideas such as reversible clothes, which is good for your thin pocket in time of crises! ;p great look, save money! From February 2009 when it was founded, DARADARA has found clients from Jakarta, Bali, Bontang, Palembang, US and Sweden —mostly for Indonesian who lives there.

Daradara offers unique clothings for 2 - 10 year old girls with Indonesian touch. They’re now contactable by phone (+62811862090) or email (daradara2009@yahoo.com) and accept payment via BCA bank transfer. Delivery by TIKI. Currently not having any stores yet, but it’s actively participating exhibition and bazaar, so stay tune…

From the interview lines with Lia :

What inspires you?
my daughter

When you’re having a really bad day, what are some of the things that will definitely cheer you up?
I don’t know, it’s really rare that I have a really really bad day, because I’m quite a laid back person and now I’m more submitting…(berserah, red). So….if back then I got caught in traffic jam I would have got on my temper, now I can deal with it calmly… I suppose getting on my temper wouldn’t make the traffic smoother… :p My family, music, my friends and movies can definitely cheer me up….

What are 5 things you are working on right now?
Mmm….let’s see….I’m on DARADARA (preparing new collection, finding materials, etc), quite busy with my kid, pick her up at school and courses…, attending and participating bazaar and exhibition (especially approaching Lebaran Days…., while I still don’t know where…;p )…Opening wing for network…DARADARA just got reviewed by SEKAR magazine which will be out in September….*so excited*, and in August DARADARA was in Parenting Indonesia. That’s quite some!

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Ha..Ha…It changes overtime….I used to be wanting to be stewardess, that they’re able to go anywehere, and somewhile after I wanted to be a docter and engineer, and while I get older like I’m now…I want to be a businesswoman…It’s ok to be late, rather than never starts, no?

What is the best and worst thing about being living in Jakarta
Best: variety of food, cheap to pricey ones….
Worst : Pollution, Traffic Jam, Crime on the street (Once I’d been robbed in a taxi…. :( )

Ah Thanks Mbak Lia!! Pleasure to have you!

So, mummies (or poppies), and wanna be mummies (and poppies :D), you’d better see what Daradara Bajuku offers! N O W !!

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