runway report
25 May 2009
JFFF; The APPMI Mini Show
Handy Hartono – Elephantine Nubian
Inspired by the natural beauty of arts and cultures of the Nubians who live in Elephantine island, along the banks of Nile from Aswan, Egypt. He used a lot of earthy palette, geometrical pattern, braids, woven and a lot of volumes.
Harry Ibrahim – L’Histoire C’est Moi
His collection is inspired by greek culture and history. Harry Ibrahim presented an architectural and glittering look with details like pleats and beads forming a geometrical silhoutte, using chiffon, satin, tulle, lace, jacquard and lurex.
Malik Moestaram – From A to H (Africa to Hollywood)
Malik Moestaram’s interpretation of African theme in his collection is definitely more modern and wearable. He used eco-friendly and locally-sourced materials with plenty of animal prints in various colors.
Defrico Audy – Exotism of Celebes
Defrico Audy tried to capture the beauty and exotism of Sulawesi island through the use of traditional tenun from Sulawesi Tengara. He turned these vivid jewel-tone fabrics into gorgeous cocktail and empire dresses, blazers, pantalons and cropped jackets.