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Recipient of the Nusantara Textile Award 2025, There is a Weaving Ambition of Indonesia Until Annisa Pohan

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Recipient of the Nusantara Textile Award 2025, There is a Weaving Ambition of Indonesia Until Annisa Pohan Recipient of the Nusantara Textile Award 2025 © KapanLagi.com/Adhib Mujaddid

Kapanlagi.com - The Nusantara Textile Parade 2025 this year carries the theme "The Elegance of Textiles in Daily Life" and presents a stage that highlights the grandeur of traditional Indonesian fabrics. The event, which takes place from August 8-10, 2025, at Kota Kasablanka, Jakarta, combines fashion shows, creative competitions, music performances, and an awards night.

This moment serves as the highest form of appreciation for those who consistently preserve, develop, and promote textiles to the national and international levels. This year, several selected designers, brands, and institutions successfully received the Nusantara Textile Award with stories and contributions that deserve a thumbs up.

1. Tangan Prive - The Gift of Nusantara Weaving

As the exclusive couture line from the fashion house TANGAN, founded by Margaretha Novianty and Zico Halim in 2015, Tangan Prive is known for made-to-order garments made from special wastra. They combine Kudus batik, Bali songket, and Garut weaving with luxurious couture detailing, creating a harmony between cultural heritage and contemporary design.

With precision silhouettes, elegant ornaments, and a strong visual narrative, Tangan Prive transforms weaving from merely a traditional fabric into a stunning modern artwork.

2. Wilsen Willim - The Gift of Nusantara Batik

Setting trends with high-waisted batik skirts paired with modern kebaya, Wilsen Willim has successfully refreshed the face of batik in the eyes of the younger generation. Initially, he focused on minimalist designs without wastra. However, his love for batik began to grow after collaborating with the Indonesian Cultural Heritage (WBI) and Cita Tenun Indonesia (CTI) at Jakarta Fashion Week 2023.

Wilsen's signature style is evident in the neat cuts of minimalist style, origami pinwheel folding techniques, and the use of comfortable natural cotton materials.

Receiving the Nusantara Batik Award, Wilsen expressed that he feels honored.

"I feel very honored. Ten years ago, I returned to Jakarta because I wanted to grow alongside my country. In the process, while I was abroad, I always felt like a foreigner and remained a minority. However, through batik, I found the unique characteristics of my mixed heritage, my origins, and my cultural roots. That’s where my love for Indonesian wastra grew," he said during an interview with Fimela.

3. Iwan Tirta Private Collection - Anugerah Abdi Kriya Wastra Nusantara

More than a decade after the passing of maestro Iwan Tirta, this brand continues to uphold the sanctity of batik through collective leadership. Their innovations include color selections that follow trends, the use of eco-friendly materials such as Tencel, and the exploration of modern silhouettes for both men and women.

Handwritten batik that takes months to create using silk, organza, and linen remains a masterpiece that combines technique, philosophy, and luxury.

Receiving the Anugerah Abdi Kriya Wastra Nusantara award, representatives of Iwan Tirta Private Collection expressed their pride.

"This award serves as a mandate and reminder for us at Iwan Tirta Private Collection to continue innovating while remaining focused on preserving Indonesian textiles," said Rindu Melati, Head of Marketing at Iwan Tirta Private Collection.

4. Cita Tenun Indonesia - Anugerah Penggerak Wastra Nusantara

Since its establishment on August 28, 2008, this non-profit organization has been committed to preserving traditional Indonesian weaving through training, mentoring artisans, and cross-sector collaboration. Its mission is clear: to elevate weaving from merely a family heirloom to a relevant product, commercially valuable, and accepted in the modern market.

With empowerment programs for women artisans from Aceh to Papua, Cita Tenun Indonesia proves that cultural preservation can go hand in hand with strengthening the economy of communities.

"Cita Tenun Indonesia hopes that more people will love textiles, especially weaving, and that young designers can explore Indonesian textiles more," said Dewi Ivo Rajasa, Head of Marketing and Communication at Cita Tenun Indonesia.

5. Annisa Pohan - Anugerah Srikandi Wastra Nusantara

From the world of modeling and television to accompanying Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono on the political stage, Annisa Pohan consistently showcases elegance wrapped in traditional textiles. She not only makes it a part of her personal style but also actively promotes Indonesian culture on various occasions.

In addition, Annisa is also involved in social activities, education, and women's empowerment, making her a figure that represents modern women while also preserving tradition. Thanks to her dedication, Annisa Pohan received the Anugerah Srikandi Wastra.

The Nusantara Textile Parade 2025 once again proves that traditional Indonesian fabrics are a source of identity and pride that continues to evolve. From the couture stage to social movements, this year's award recipients demonstrate that textiles are not just a legacy of the past, but a bridge to the future.

KLovers, the Nusantara Textile Parade 2025 is made possible by the support of sponsors such as 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).

(kpl/rsp)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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