Photo: ISI Bali’s participation in the 2025 Bali Dekranasda Fashion Week, Friday (4 December) at the Ksirarnawa Building, Bali Provincial Cultural Park.
The Indonesian Institute of the Arts Bali (ISI Bali) took part in the 2025 Bali Dekranasda Fashion Week, held on Friday (4 December) at the Ksirarnawa Building, Bali Provincial Cultural Park. This prestigious event, organized by the Bali Provincial Government, represented a collaborative initiative between the Bali Regional National Crafts Council (Dekranasda Bali) and various regional agencies, including the Office of Industry and Trade, the Office of Agriculture and Food Security, and the Office of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises of Bali Province.
On this occasion, ISI Bali presented ten fashion works designed by students of the Fashion Design Study Program. The Coordinator of the Fashion Design Study Program, Dr. Tjok Istri Ratna CS, explained that all garments were collaboratively designed as part of a tailoring course, utilizing Balinese Endek textiles as the primary material. Notably, the models showcasing the garments were also ISI Bali students from various study programs.
Photo: ISI Bali’s participation in the 2025 Bali Dekranasda Fashion Week, Friday (4 December) at the Ksirarnawa Building, Bali Provincial Cultural Park.
The series of activities of the 2025 Bali Fashion Week was officially inaugurated by the Chairperson of the Bali Provincial Dekranasda, Mrs. Putri Koster, on Tuesday (2 December). In her opening remarks, she emphasized that Dekranasda’s role extends beyond quality control of creative works to include the promotion of human resource development in the fields of fashion and crafts. Through the fashion shows and exhibitions held, Balinese micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are expected to further strengthen product quality while fostering an entrepreneurial spirit.
The Daily Chair of the Bali Provincial Dekranasda, who also serves as the Head of the Bali Provincial Office of Industry and Trade, I Gusti Ngurah Wiryanata, stated that the event provides direct benefits for designers and MSME practitioners. Under the theme “Wastra Hitakara,” which signifies both beauty and utility, visitors were offered a one-stop shopping experience featuring jewelry, crafts, handicrafts, and ready-to-wear fashion created by local artisans.
The Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, was also in attendance to witness the fashion show featuring student works and to express support for ISI Bali’s active participation in promoting creativity and innovation among the younger generation in the field of fashion design. (ISIBALI/Public Relations)
Photo: Costumes worn by (from left to right) characters Galuh, Prabu, and Putri in the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Jaba Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, (3/3).
The remarkable work of faculty members of the Fashion Design Study Program, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar-Bali added beauty to the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, on Sunday, March 3, 2024.
Photo: Costume worn by the character Gerantang in the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Jaba Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, (3/3).
All costumes worn by characters in the dance drama “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” are the work of one of the faculty members of the Fashion Design Study Program at ISI Denpasar, Dr. A.A.Ngr.Anom Mayun K.Tenaya, M.Si. The costumes, consisting of clothing and gelungan headpieces, were specially designed for the 11 characters of the dance drama. The characters include Cupak, Gerantang, Prabu, Putri, Galuh, Banasati, Tuadaya, Penasar, Wijil, Pan Bekung, and Men Bekung.
Dr. A.A.Ngr.Anom Mayun K.Tenaya, M.Si., explained that the costume making process began in January 2024 and was completed by the end of February 2024. These costumes are not only his own work but also involve collaboration with faculty members of the Visual Communication Design Study Program, namely Cokorda Alit Artawan, S.Sn., M.Sn. The collaboration between these two study programs has produced stunning costumes that enrich the visual aspect of the dance drama performance.
Dr. A.A.Ngr.Anom Mayun K.Tenaya, M.Si., explained that they started by conducting in-depth research on the characters and backgrounds of each character in the dance drama. After that, they designed costume concepts that reinforce the identity and personality of each character.
Next, the design team selected materials that matched the desired theme and aesthetics. They considered factors such as comfort for the dancers, durability, and the ability to express body movements freely.
Photo: Costumes worn by the characters Penasar and Wijil in the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Jaba Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, (3/3).
Once the design and materials were decided, the manufacturing process began meticulously. From fabric cutting, hand stitching, to small details such as embellishments and accessories, everything was done with dedication. Collaboration between faculty members of the Fashion Design and Visual Communication Design Programs ensures that each costume not only reflects visual beauty but also conveys a strong narrative.
“The creative process of making costumes for ‘Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma’ has been an inspiring journey for us. We strive to create costumes that not only enhance visual appearance but also depict the character and profound meaning of each character in the dance drama,” said the faculty member born on March 1, 1968. (ISIDps/Humas-RT)
