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Kebaya

Kebaya is traditional women's clothing originating from Java and Bali. With its elegant design, the kebaya symbolizes softness and beauty. Kebaya is a traditional Indonesian women's clothing consisting of a top made of thin material that is open at the front. Kebaya is usually combined with bottoms in the form of batik cloth, songket, sarong, kemben, or cloth. Kebaya is also one of Southeast Asia's fashion icons and Indonesia's national clothing.  Nowadays, kebaya is often modified for a more modern look without abandoning its traditional impression.

Javanese Kebaya

Javanese Kebaya

Javanese kebaya has a simple and elegant cut with delicate embroidery motifs. Usually combined with batik patterned jarik cloth. Javanese kebaya has additional accessories such as brooches, shawl and angkin jumputan on the stomach.

Balinese Kebaya

Balinese Kebaya

The characteristic of the Balinese kebaya is the addition of an obi or belt at the waist, with an elegant design and is often used in traditional ceremonies. Balinese kebaya is synonymous with bright colors, with the addition of brooch accessories

Sundanese Kebaya

Sundanese Kebaya

Sundanese kebaya is traditional clothing worn by West Javanese women, usually consisting of a kebaya with batik cloth as an underskirt, and a scarf to add an impression of authority. Beautiful sequin or embroidery accents. with a pangsi shirt to accompany the Sundanese kebaya.

Kutubaru Kebaya

Kutubaru Kebaya

The characteristic Kutubaru kebaya that appeared at the end of the 18th century was a piece of cloth that connected the folds of the left and right sides of the kebaya at the chest. gives a more closed impression. Kukubaru kebaya is often worn for formal or traditional events.

Kebaya Encim

Kebaya Encim

Kebaya Encim is one of the typical Betawi traditional clothes which is identical to elements of Chinese culture. Different from other kebayas, this kebaya is characterized by a loose cut and a round collar. And using batik cloth decorated with gold or silver thread embroidery.

Kartini Kebaya

Kartini Kebaya

Kartini Kebaya having a classic design with a high collar and long sleeves, this kebaya is often associated with the struggle for the emancipation of Indonesian women. Kartini often combines kebaya with batik cloth as a skirt, giving it an elegant and distinctive touch

Tips & Tricks

How your Kebaya look more fashionable and cool

Make Kebaya as Outer
Wear a kutubaru and encim kebaya as outerwear, combined with a tank top and plain cloth or batik cloth skirt.

 

Wear Trendy Shoes
Pair a kebaya with white sneakers, flatshoes mules or short boots for a more casual and trendy look.

 

Minimalist Accessories
Add geometric earrings, a simple necklace, or a metallic clutch bag to complete the modern kebaya look. And small bag with a netral color.

 

Combination with Asymmetrical Cut Plain Fabric
Using plain wrapped fabric with asymmetrical cuts to give a modern impression without losing the traditional feel about the style.

 

Be Carefully

Mixing and matching kebaya must be done carefully so that its traditional values ​​are maintained. Avoid combinations that are too contrasting or clashing so that the kebaya remains elegant and does not lose its essence.

 

Inspiration Looks

Source : Pinterest

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