The Twist of Moslem Wear Style

Three of Indonesian prominent designers ended the second day of Jakarta Fashion Week 2014 by holding a fashion show “Moslem Luxury Designers” on Sunday (10/20/2013). The show reflected innovation in Moslem style. The Moslem collection of Itang Yunasz, Deden Siswanto, and Ronald V. Gaghana received a standing ovation from the audience. It was because of not only the embodied innovation, but also the way the designers balance the luxury aspect with ready-to-wear collection. 

The show was opened by Yunasz’s creation under his label Kamilaa that was inspired by a story of a woman’s journey to Turkey. His design strokes were dominated by loose silhouette. The festive and vibrant Islamic ornamental motifs instantly gave the impression of luxury. A loose-cut caftan was perfectly combined with a multifunctional shawl that could be uniquely used for scarf or turban. Muslim elements appeared in conservative designs and still looked playful in progressive cuttings fit for young people.

Meanwhile, through his collection, Siswanto showed his expertise in processing the weaving of Riau, Indonesia. The aesthetics of color revolved around dark palette with a touch of multilayer, producing luxurious and exotic looks. One of his collections like coats combined with long robes and layered with shawls just delivered a spectacular impression to the audience. Generally, modern women today who wore hijab put on a trench coat when visited winter countries; therefore, Gaghana’s collection offered astonishing alternative winter clothing.

Gaghana’s collection was another impressive thing. It used three embroidery techniques of Chinese, Morocco, and Turkey. Silk, satin, and chiffon materials processed in subtle pattern that made the whole dress floaty, allowing the models to freely move around on the catwalk. Pastel colors appeared not only in 14 dresses made of lightweight materials, but also in necklaces, sequins, shawls, and veils, that dominated with pink and light blue. Sequins accent that was embellished the collar and veil made the outfits appeared glamorous, without appearing superfluous. As if in order to keep the understated impression of veiled Moslem women, every piece of clothing was loosely made, but still willowy enough. To conclude, Ronald successfully brought up an eye-pleasing feminine final look.

(Dewi Irma/Dewi)