The Dewi Fashion Knights show in a way summarized what this event was all about: Showcasing the best of the best Indonesian designers to the world \u2013 and it didn\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>
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<\/span><\/a>Oscar Lawalala<\/strong><\/h2> After a late start and a seriously packed venue, the show started off with Oscar Lawalala<\/a> whose collection began with all-black, geometric pieces, with a space backround and ended with beautifully-crafted pieces in all colours of the rainbow.<\/p> While the first part was fairly simple with the work concentrated on the cuts and cutouts, the second part was all about the fabric.The designer has taken weaving techniques to another level by creating intricate designs which only by looking closely you can fully appreciate it. The cuts were left simple and elegant echoing a 50s and 60s vibe and contrasted by the models' futurists extreme fringes.<\/p>
The designer also delivered one of the memorable moments in the show when he walked disguised as one of the models for the finale (photo right). A move which showed not only his sense of humour but also his vibrant character as evident in his work.<\/p>
![\"Jakarta](\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2013\/10\/jfw-TOTON-6-682x1024.jpg\")
<\/span><\/a>Toton Januar<\/strong><\/h2> Toton is the newest of all 4 designer and it must have been a pressure for the young up-and-coming designer to come up with a couture collection and share the runways with the rest of the more seasoned designers.<\/p>
Known for his luxe pret-a-porter and accessories line which took the regional fashion scene by storm since its conception last year, Toton <\/a>didn\u2019t disappoint when he tried his hand on couture.<\/p> Every look had an immense amount of detail, some outstanding traditional techniques which the designer had combined with more modern ones, and although looked coherent as a collection \u2013 none of the looks felt repetitive even the slightest.<\/p>
The models resembled a modern interpretation of mermaids with aqua colours combined with splashes of orange and yellow. The pieces varied from pants, shorts to flowing gowns contrasted with structured jackets that took our breath away.<\/p>
As dreamy and ethereal as it looked, the collection\u2019s main strength was in its high wearability \u2013 that is if you want to steal the spotlight from everyone else in the room. We definitely would!<\/p>
![\"Jakarta](\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2013\/10\/z-PRIYo-jfw-7.jpg\")
<\/span><\/a>Priyo Oktaviano<\/strong><\/h2> If Alexander McQueen and Balmain were to join hands and produce a collection \u2013 the result would probably be similar to the outstanding collection of Priyo Octaviano<\/a>.<\/p> Regal and edgy at the same time, the models resembled a tribe \u2013 only a very high fashion one. The collection which was entirely in black, red and gold was dominated by geometric shapes, jackets and some stunning dresses fit for a queen.<\/p>
The main star of the show was the embroidery and fabric work. Just like Toton, Octavio\u2019s collection was a great testimony of how traditional fabrics and techniques can be modernised without losing their magic.<\/p>
In Octavio\u2019s case, it was all about Baroque embroidery which set a dark sultry mood and the bold cuts and straight lines were balanced by oversized structured black ruffles in some cases. Ear accessories finished the looks which were elaborate and masterful to say the least.<\/p>
![\"Jakarta](\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2013\/10\/jfw-TEX_SAVERIO-1-682x1024.jpg\")
<\/span><\/a>Tex Saverio<\/strong><\/h2> Known for designing the extravagant wedding dress for the most anticipated installation of the blockbuster The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, and for dressing Lady Gaga, Tex\u2019s was the show everyone was looking for.<\/p>
Of course, how better to end the week long fashion week than showcasing an Indonesian designer who's got a flair for drama?<\/p>
Although presented fewer looks than the rest of the designers, each look was a sight to behold. The models walked all the way and back \u2013 solo \u2013 to make sure all the attention was on THAT one dress which takes a while to fully appreciate.<\/p>
Dark, gothic and almost demon-ish \u2013 the show was everything we expected from the drama master. The clothes were more like show pieces than anything remotely wearable by us mere mortals.<\/p>
Elaborate masks hid the models\u2019 faces, black on black gowns, corsets and capes \u2013 every piece was perfected to the littlest details.<\/p>
Theatrical as it is, we enjoyed taking in the designer\u2019s vision for its sheer spectacle which was perfect to end the day and the week.<\/p>
While the first part was fairly simple with the work concentrated on the cuts and cutouts, the second part was all about the fabric.The designer has taken weaving techniques to another level by creating intricate designs which only by looking closely you can fully appreciate it. The cuts were left simple and elegant echoing a 50s and 60s vibe and contrasted by the models' futurists extreme fringes.<\/p>
The designer also delivered one of the memorable moments in the show when he walked disguised as one of the models for the finale (photo right). A move which showed not only his sense of humour but also his vibrant character as evident in his work.<\/p>
<\/span><\/a>Toton Januar<\/strong><\/h2> Toton is the newest of all 4 designer and it must have been a pressure for the young up-and-coming designer to come up with a couture collection and share the runways with the rest of the more seasoned designers.<\/p>
Known for his luxe pret-a-porter and accessories line which took the regional fashion scene by storm since its conception last year, Toton <\/a>didn\u2019t disappoint when he tried his hand on couture.<\/p> Every look had an immense amount of detail, some outstanding traditional techniques which the designer had combined with more modern ones, and although looked coherent as a collection \u2013 none of the looks felt repetitive even the slightest.<\/p>
The models resembled a modern interpretation of mermaids with aqua colours combined with splashes of orange and yellow. The pieces varied from pants, shorts to flowing gowns contrasted with structured jackets that took our breath away.<\/p>
As dreamy and ethereal as it looked, the collection\u2019s main strength was in its high wearability \u2013 that is if you want to steal the spotlight from everyone else in the room. We definitely would!<\/p>
<\/span><\/a>Priyo Oktaviano<\/strong><\/h2> If Alexander McQueen and Balmain were to join hands and produce a collection \u2013 the result would probably be similar to the outstanding collection of Priyo Octaviano<\/a>.<\/p> Regal and edgy at the same time, the models resembled a tribe \u2013 only a very high fashion one. The collection which was entirely in black, red and gold was dominated by geometric shapes, jackets and some stunning dresses fit for a queen.<\/p>
The main star of the show was the embroidery and fabric work. Just like Toton, Octavio\u2019s collection was a great testimony of how traditional fabrics and techniques can be modernised without losing their magic.<\/p>
In Octavio\u2019s case, it was all about Baroque embroidery which set a dark sultry mood and the bold cuts and straight lines were balanced by oversized structured black ruffles in some cases. Ear accessories finished the looks which were elaborate and masterful to say the least.<\/p>
<\/span><\/a>Tex Saverio<\/strong><\/h2> Known for designing the extravagant wedding dress for the most anticipated installation of the blockbuster The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, and for dressing Lady Gaga, Tex\u2019s was the show everyone was looking for.<\/p>
Of course, how better to end the week long fashion week than showcasing an Indonesian designer who's got a flair for drama?<\/p>
Although presented fewer looks than the rest of the designers, each look was a sight to behold. The models walked all the way and back \u2013 solo \u2013 to make sure all the attention was on THAT one dress which takes a while to fully appreciate.<\/p>
Dark, gothic and almost demon-ish \u2013 the show was everything we expected from the drama master. The clothes were more like show pieces than anything remotely wearable by us mere mortals.<\/p>
Elaborate masks hid the models\u2019 faces, black on black gowns, corsets and capes \u2013 every piece was perfected to the littlest details.<\/p>
Theatrical as it is, we enjoyed taking in the designer\u2019s vision for its sheer spectacle which was perfect to end the day and the week.<\/p>
Every look had an immense amount of detail, some outstanding traditional techniques which the designer had combined with more modern ones, and although looked coherent as a collection \u2013 none of the looks felt repetitive even the slightest.<\/p>
The models resembled a modern interpretation of mermaids with aqua colours combined with splashes of orange and yellow. The pieces varied from pants, shorts to flowing gowns contrasted with structured jackets that took our breath away.<\/p>
As dreamy and ethereal as it looked, the collection\u2019s main strength was in its high wearability \u2013 that is if you want to steal the spotlight from everyone else in the room. We definitely would!<\/p>
<\/span><\/a>Priyo Oktaviano<\/strong><\/h2> If Alexander McQueen and Balmain were to join hands and produce a collection \u2013 the result would probably be similar to the outstanding collection of Priyo Octaviano<\/a>.<\/p> Regal and edgy at the same time, the models resembled a tribe \u2013 only a very high fashion one. The collection which was entirely in black, red and gold was dominated by geometric shapes, jackets and some stunning dresses fit for a queen.<\/p>
The main star of the show was the embroidery and fabric work. Just like Toton, Octavio\u2019s collection was a great testimony of how traditional fabrics and techniques can be modernised without losing their magic.<\/p>
In Octavio\u2019s case, it was all about Baroque embroidery which set a dark sultry mood and the bold cuts and straight lines were balanced by oversized structured black ruffles in some cases. Ear accessories finished the looks which were elaborate and masterful to say the least.<\/p>
<\/span><\/a>Tex Saverio<\/strong><\/h2> Known for designing the extravagant wedding dress for the most anticipated installation of the blockbuster The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, and for dressing Lady Gaga, Tex\u2019s was the show everyone was looking for.<\/p>
Of course, how better to end the week long fashion week than showcasing an Indonesian designer who's got a flair for drama?<\/p>
Although presented fewer looks than the rest of the designers, each look was a sight to behold. The models walked all the way and back \u2013 solo \u2013 to make sure all the attention was on THAT one dress which takes a while to fully appreciate.<\/p>
Dark, gothic and almost demon-ish \u2013 the show was everything we expected from the drama master. The clothes were more like show pieces than anything remotely wearable by us mere mortals.<\/p>
Elaborate masks hid the models\u2019 faces, black on black gowns, corsets and capes \u2013 every piece was perfected to the littlest details.<\/p>
Theatrical as it is, we enjoyed taking in the designer\u2019s vision for its sheer spectacle which was perfect to end the day and the week.<\/p>
Regal and edgy at the same time, the models resembled a tribe \u2013 only a very high fashion one. The collection which was entirely in black, red and gold was dominated by geometric shapes, jackets and some stunning dresses fit for a queen.<\/p>
The main star of the show was the embroidery and fabric work. Just like Toton, Octavio\u2019s collection was a great testimony of how traditional fabrics and techniques can be modernised without losing their magic.<\/p>
In Octavio\u2019s case, it was all about Baroque embroidery which set a dark sultry mood and the bold cuts and straight lines were balanced by oversized structured black ruffles in some cases. Ear accessories finished the looks which were elaborate and masterful to say the least.<\/p>