TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Batik has become one of the mandatory outfits to wear in both casual and formal events. There are many ways to mix and match the traditional textile for a modern look, for example, ...

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One of Indonesia’s most highly developed art forms, batik has been around for a long time but is not at all out of fashion. Everyone wears it, from the aristocrats participating in an evening event, ...

f you like to collect Barbie dolls, you might know the hijabi Barbie-lookalike doll named Jenna that just turned into a hit for wearing an abaya robe, a modest couture dress and colorful headscarf.

AS Malaysian batik experiences a resurgence, it faces a unique challenge: preserving its cultural legacy while appealing to younger generations. Gen Z’s bold approach to fashion presents an ...

Trends come and go but style is forever. And where better to turn for inspiration than traditional garb that are timeless, thoughtful and classy? They shouldn’t be saved just for special occasions ...