Kapanlagi.com - The annual event Parade Wastra Nusantara organized by Fimela.com in collaboration with the Indonesian Fashion Chamber successfully completed its first day. The event, which takes place over three days from August 8-10, 2025, offers a different excitement compared to previous years.
This year, the event is more magnificent with a variety of interesting agendas. Starting from fashion shows, the Wastra competition, to a wastra gallery that provides various wastra products for visitors to purchase.
The first day of the Parade Wastra Nusantara 2025 was opened with a spectacular performance of Reog Ponorogo from Sedulur Warok Ponorogo Bekasi. This performance served as an engaging opening act.
As is known, Reog Ponorogo is a traditional art form from Ponorogo, East Java, which has been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. This art combines dance, music, and mythology that reflects the courage, togetherness, and dedication of the Ponorogo community.
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Next, Wenseslaus Manggut, as Chief Content Officer (COO) and Ellyana Mae as Chief Editor of Fimela.com stated that this event is a manifestation of love for Indonesian wastra, "as a manifestation of our love for Indonesia, especially the proud fabric or wastra of the archipelago, so that it can not only be a pride on the national stage but also throughout the world."
The excitement of the first day of the Nusantara Wastra Parade 2025 was filled with several agendas starting from the Story of Wastra by Hj. Fathul Jannah Muhidin (Chairperson of the South Kalimantan Dekranasda), a fashion show titled Selaras Wastra: Echoes of Borneo by Irmasari Joedawinata x Sasirangan South Kalimantan, a talk show on the Story of Wastra with Deden Siswanto and Adinda Tri Wardhani, a showcase, and the announcement of the winners of Tata Wastra.
The Charm of Sasirangan Fabric, a Heritage of South Kalimantan, collaborated this year with renowned designers, showcasing Sasirangan in a special light at Fimela x Indonesia Fashion Chamber (IFC). Not only was it displayed, but this fabric also appeared in the form of clothing designed by the famous designer Irma Joenawinata. The combination of traditional motifs and modern cuts creates captivating works, proving that wastra can compete in the global market without losing its identity.
The process of natural dyeing, intricate tying techniques, and the philosophy of meaningful motifs are the main strengths of this work. "We want Sasirangan to be recognized not only as a cultural heritage but also as a work that is relevant in today's fashion world," said Mrs. Fathul from the South Kalimantan Provincial Government.
The journey of Sasirangan to the international stage is inseparable from the support of the central and regional governments. Mrs. Neli from the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy emphasized that wastra is an important asset in the growth of the creative economy.
"A great nation is one that values its history. This wastra is power for us. It is part of craftsmanship, and craftsmanship is a subsector that contributes significantly to GDP, employment, investment, and exports in the creative economy sector," she explained.
Mrs. Neli Yana added that the government has various programs to equip artisans.
"We have mentoring, facilitation, and help for MSMEs onboarding to e-commerce. We also reach out to wastra fighters in various regions, and we at the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy do not work alone," she said.
The South Kalimantan Provincial Government realizes that in order for Sasirangan to remain competitive, innovation that keeps up with the times is necessary. “Now is the era of social media. We collaborate with various parties so that artisans can follow trends and reach national and even international markets,” said Mrs. Fathul.
Collaboration with renowned designers is a strategic step. Sasirangan fabric is sent to Irma Joenawinata to be processed into a collection that combines tradition with a modern touch. Previously, designer Ayuh Indra had also worked on Sasirangan, proving that this fabric is flexible across various styles.
Sasirangan is becoming increasingly recognized worldwide. “We want the quality of artisans to continue to improve, the market to expand, and Sasirangan to truly go international,” expressed Hj. Fathul Jannah.
At the Nusantara Textile Parade 2025, which also serves as the Peak of the Textile Awards 2025. It was not easy for the judges to choose the winners from the five finalists because their designs and works were very good and interesting. Of course, there must be a winner in the competition.
After a long process, from the presentation deck to the workshop, the announcement of the Textile Awards was made during the Nusantara Textile Parade at the Grand Atrium of Kota Kasablanka. The winners include: Desi Dwi Lestari First Winner of the Textile Award, Nadila Nurfaizah Second Winner of the Textile Award, Ayu Nur Khofipah Third Winner of the Textile Award.
Desi Dwi Lestari, (First Winner of the Textile Award 2025) presented a work titled Rima Pesisir. By the sea, the sound of the waves and the breeze hold a story that flows gently. That story is what Desi Dwi Lestari translated into the collection titled Rima Pesisir. This collection is a tribute to immortalize the elegance of Nusantara textiles that arise from the coastline, coastal culture, and the relationship between humans and the sea.
Using a blend of mixed cotton, cuwiri, and the distinctive Mega Mendung batik from Trusmi, Desi combines the richness of traditional motifs with modern cuts that flow softly along the body. The silhouette merges curved lines inspired by the rippling waves, combined with a firm structure that represents the strength of coral reefs on the beach.
The three main looks of this collection highlight the play of contrasts: a long dress in neutral tones with dynamic swirling batik accents, a sharply cut coat that wraps the body like a shield against the sea wind, and layered garments of thin fabric showcasing batik with curves resembling the paths of waves caressing the sand.
The Mega Mendung motif is presented as a symbol of tranquility and self-control, while cuwiri adds layers of story through patterns rich in Javanese cultural meaning. The color palette of sea blue, sandy cream, and stone brown blends to create a visual harmony that radiates a sense of peace and elegance.
Details of curved lines become a captivating hallmark. Desi reveals that the creative process for this collection took one month. "The challenge lies in the details of the curved lines, as that is the hallmark of my design," she said.
Congratulations to the winners who successfully brought home development funds and certificates of appreciation. This victory is certainly an achievement to be proud of. Hopefully, in the future, the Textile Awards can continue to be a creative space to hone talents while introducing the beauty of Nusantara textiles to more people.
The Nusantara Textile Parade 2025 itself could be held thanks to the support from various parties, including PT Pertamina Persero, Bank BRI, Permodalan Nasional Madani, the South Kalimantan Provincial Government through the Department of Communication and Information, the Tarakan City Government, and PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero).
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