Songket Palembang is described as a traditional cloth with the most intricate motifs compared to other fabrics. The golden color, which has its own history, and also the songket that is made from original silk threads and dayan (weaving tools), with various functions that make this songket very special.
Meanwhile, Tenun Sumba is one of the most detailed human works as the process of making it takes quite a long time. As an illustration, one sheet of Sumba-woven cloth requires at least six months to make, and there are even fabrics that take three years to make. The process includes winding to dipping in hazelnut oil, and the natural coloring that has to be done perfectly.
Meanwhile, in the village of Troso, Jepara, Indonesia, artisans employ manual looms, relying on their physical strength instead of machinery. The rhythmic sounds of these hand-operated tools give rise to melodies that mirror their emotions. These melodies serve as narratives of the weavers’ emotional states, as they channel their energy into their creations, imbuing their aspirations for the future.
Livette breathes life into Troso’s woven bristle embroidery, acting as a conduit for the weavers’ aspirations. This intricate art form conveys the weavers’ hopes for the future, their profound connection to the divine, the significance of spiritual equilibrium, and the fusion of perfection, purity, and sanctity within life, all woven into contemporary graphic motifs. Livette ingeniously transforms these elements into fashion pieces that invite admiration, thereby adding vibrancy to the human experience.
Meanwhile, in the village of Troso, Jepara, Indonesia, artisans employ manual looms, relying on their physical strength instead of machinery. The rhythmic sounds of these hand-operated tools give rise to melodies that mirror their emotions. These melodies serve as narratives of the weavers’ emotional states, as they channel their energy into their creations, imbuing their aspirations for the future.
Livette breathes life into Troso’s woven bristle embroidery, acting as a conduit for the weavers’ aspirations. This intricate art form conveys the weavers’ hopes for the future, their profound connection to the divine, the significance of spiritual equilibrium, and the fusion of perfection, purity, and sanctity within life, all woven into contemporary graphic motifs. Livette ingeniously transforms these elements into fashion pieces that invite admiration, thereby adding vibrancy to the human experience.
Liliana Tanoesoedibjo, a renowned businesswoman noted for her timeless beauty and innovative spirit. She is the creative powerhouse behind the brand Livette Tenun who gracefully handles multiple responsibilities. Liliana has an extensive background in fashion and beauty, having graduated from Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy and Ottawa’s Versailles Academy of Make-Up Arts in Canada. She is also currently serving as the Chairwoman and Founder of Miss Indonesia Organization, with experiences of being Jury member of Miss World in 2015 and 2016. As the Founder of Miss Indonesia, Liliana, through her programs, provides much appreciation to accomplished women. She believes that a woman’s beauty shines even brighter when she achieves success.