Through the Grapevine: July
Sonderlab, Sejauh Mata Memandang, Gongdid Design, and more
‘Through the Grapevine’ is a monthly round-up of fashion events in Southeast Asia, from collection launches to exhibitions, showcases, pop-ups, and more.
Indonesia
‘Drop Zero One’ campaign photo. Image taken from Sonderlab’s Instagram.
‘Drop Zero One’ campaign photo. Image taken from Sonderlab’s Instagram.
Sonderlab
’Drop Zero One’
13 July 2024
Row 9, Jakarta
Sonderlab recently expanded their online retail company to launch an in-house product line. Focusing on bespoke essentials, the line was created together with newly-appointed creative directors Sean Loh and Sheila Agatha, the designer duo behind Indonesian brand Sean and Sheila. The debut collection, ‘Drop Zero One', blends together functionality, style, and the purpose of clothing. It is set to launch in an offline showcase at Row 9.
Sejauh Mata Memandang: BUMI, MASA DEPAN KITA. Image taken from Sejauh Mata Memandang’s Instagram.
Sejauh Mata Memandang: BUMI, MASA DEPAN KITA
13 June - 20 July 2024
Grand Indonesia Mall, Jakarta
Sejauh Mata Memandang, an Indonesian brand committed to reintroducing slow, circular practices of heritage costumes into everyday wear, presents ‘Bumi, Masa Depan Kita’ with @genexyz.world and @wonderlab.exp. In the month-long programme, visitors can purchase new pieces from the brand in a pop-up at Grand Indonesia. The brand has also programmed sustainable fashion activities including the #WasteToWardrobe donation dropbox, the ‘Kembali Balik’ clothing repair station hosted by Milih and a reseller programme.
Pithecanthropus & Masa Masa
Roman Muka
20 July - 1 September 2024
Masa Masa, Jl. Subak Telaga I No.9, Gianyar, Bali
Pithecanthropus Bali presents ‘Roman Muka’,an embellishment and textile exhibition hosted in Masa Masa, Bali. The collection features antique accessories, kain, batik, and more gathered from across Nusantara. In line with the brand’s emphasis on conserving cultural heirlooms for younger generations, the opening of the exhibition features traditional performances from Kerta Art and a DJ set by Tandunz.
Singapore
ZERRIN at GREEN-HOUSE Festival
13-14 July 2024
New Bahru, 46 & 58 Kim Yam Road, Singapore
ZERRIN has put together a series of events at GREEN-HOUSE, a retail festival with a focus on sustainability. With four panels organised across the weekend, ZERRIN has invited local brands, activists, and creators for discussions on the topic of conscious creativity in retail and fashion. In addition, they are hosting an exclusive screening of the brand’s documentary, ‘State of Sustainable Fashion in Singapore’, where visitors can engage in a thoughtful discussion.
More information about the event here.
Thailand
Thailand Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2024
29-30 June 2024
Lat Phrao, Bangkok
ICYMI: In its second iteration this year, Thailand Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2024 invited fashion practitioners and enthusiasts to Bangkok to present collections from Thai fashion designers and 16 international houses. These included Petchseeg Thai (Thailand), Steffi Lim (Indonesia) and Sharon Lee (Malaysia).
‘Art of Balance’ campaign photo. Image taken from Gongdid Design’s website.
‘Art of Balance’ campaign photo. Image taken from Gongdid Design’s website.
Gongdid Design
‘Art of Balance’ Collection Release
For their latest Spring/Summer 2024 collection, Gongdid Design launched semi-loungewear pieces that capture the essence of summertime. Titled ‘Art of Balance’, it presents a more delicate take on the brand’s signature pleated fabric. The collection draws inspiration from French painter Henri Matisse’s essay, ‘Notes of a Painter’, which considers the importance of a balanced life.
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week
29 July - 4 August 2024
Suria KLCC Mall Esplanade
Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) returns for its 12th edition this July. The event presents a look into the diverse practices in the current Malaysian fashion world and will unveil the finalists of the KLFW Designer Search, themed “Capturing Allure”.