“Handmade textiles are the ‘thing’ abroad mainly because they are unique,” he says. When wearing a batik product the upside is certainly the fact that you will be wearing a one of a kind product, ...

Malaysian and Indonesian batik have evolved in distinct ways, reflecting the unique stories and aesthetics of their respective cultures. HISTORICAL ORIGINS The owner of Batik Tektura, Azrina Lasa ...

AS Malaysian batik experiences a resurgence, it faces a unique challenge: preserving its cultural legacy while appealing to younger generations. Gen Z’s bold approach to fashion presents an ...

it seems appropriate to raise cheers for batik -- and also for Indonesian nationalism, capitalism and commercialization of a unique art form.

Dayang Nur Syafiqah M. Roslan, 27, who creates unique accessories such as earrings, bracelets, and hair pins that cater to the taste of young people, believes that batik should not be limited to ...

features works by local batik entrepreneurs and songket weavers, as well as handicraft items such as woven bags, dokoh ...