JET's BATIK PREFERENCE FOR EID MUBARAK & HALAL BILHALAL

 

Batik is an art form. 

By its inherent characteristics, it is made for special people, to be worn on special occasions

- Iwan Tirta, the late Batik Maestro 

            Halal Bilhalal is the auspice event in Indonesia when friends, families and colleagues get together to celebrate the aftermath of Ramadhan. Generally, the event is held post the Eid Mubarak, or known as Idul Fitri in Indonesia. 

            During Halal Bilhalal, a range of traditional culinary representing Indonesian diverse regions is served from the famous Siomay (dumpling) Bandung to the famous Padangnese rendang (beef stewed in coconut milk for hours, sometimes overnight to make the beef tender and fragrant) which is known as one of the world's most delicious food. 

            Yet, food is not the only thing famous about Halal Bilhalal. Traditional Indonesian fashion is also widely displayed during this joyful event. Now, let me take you to the two Halal Bilhalal celebration. The first one held by Directorate General for Legal Treaties and International Treaties of Indonesia's Foreign Ministry, and the second one hosted by Dharma Wanita Persatuan (Organization of Civil Servants' Spouses) in Indonesia's Foreign Ministry. 

            I woul also like to share some documentations that I made during the beautiful Idul Fitri (Eid Mubarak) celebration in Sydney, Australia. The Consul General of Indonesia to New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland hosted a warm and elegant reception in his official residence in Rosebay, Sydney. 

            One would spot plenty of Batik, Tenun, Songket and other traditional textiles from Indonesia. What a colorful feast of fashion! Witnessing these beautiful textiles from Tanah Air worn charmingly in another country must make us, Indonesians, proud of our treasured culture. 

            Other communities may have different types of traditional textiles but do they only respect these as their national costumes and probably only wear them once every year during their national day, or do they share not only the pride but also the joy in wearing these attires as we, Indonesians, always had, have and -I sincerely hope- will always have.  

            JET believes that if one loves someone and something, then this love should be displayed. Thus, to love our Batik/Tenun/Songket/Tapis and other textile is to wear these textiles, particularly during these solemn and graceful events of Eid Mubarak & Halal Bilhalal. 

            Follow JET's fashion adventures in Instagram (@JETANDJUNG) as well as Facebook Page (JET's Fashion Diplomacy). 

Catatan Singkat untuk Rekans Diplomat dan Sahabat Batik/Wastra

Idul Fitri dan Halal Bihalal adalah momen istimewa yang ditunggu-tunggu setiap tahun. Saatnya bersilaturahmi dan bermaaf-maafan untuk masyarakat Indonesia yang telah menjadi tradisi dari tahun ke tahun. Untuk itu, rayakan event bahagia ini dengan istimewa juga. Jika setiap hari anda mengenakan jas atau dress ke kantor, kali ini tampil istimewa dengan mengenakan busana tradisional Indonesia. Pilih Batik, Tenun, Ikat, dan wastra lainnya untuk tampilkan kebhinekaan Tanah Air. Untuk perayaan Idul Fitri di Wisma Konsul Jenderal Republik Indonesia di Sydney, Australia, JET kenakan Batik kontemporer karya Batik Komar. Pilihan JET jatuh pada Batik Gorga untuk Halal Bihalal Direktorat Jenderal Hukum dan Perjanjian Internasional. Sementara untuk Halal Bihalal Dharma Wanita Persatuan Kementerian Luar Negeri, JET kenakan Batik Manado. Tetap kreatif untuk promosikan diplomasi busana, sahabat dan rekans terkasih. 

One of the most anticipated Halal Bihalal events of the year in Foreign Ministry is the one hosted by Directorate General for Legal Affairs and International Treaties. 

This year, I opted for Batik Gorga from North Sumatra in honouring of Director General Dr. iur. Damos Agusman who originates from Medan, North Sumatera

With the smart and amazing Host, aka my inspiring boss, Dr. iur. Damos D. Agusman. Since 2017, Dr Damos served as Director General for Legal Affairs and International Treaties

Dr. iur. Damos Agusman with Madam Ermita Damos, the graceful hosts of Halal Bihalal HPI, titled HPI Then and Now

H.E. Dr N. Hassan Wirajuda delivered his valuable insights on the concept of #DiplomatXLawyer , which idea was launched by DG Damos. 

Prof Dr Edy Pratomo, first Director General for Legal Affairs and International Treaties, and Dr Damos Agusman, the incumbent/fifth Director General. 

H.E. Dr Hasjim Djalal, Foreign Ministry's living legend as he served previously as Director for International Treaties and member of Indonesia's delegation at the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea

The Directorate General for Legal Affairs and International Treaties family. 

Proud to see Ambassador Hasjim Djalal wearing a Batik Gorga shirt from North Sumatera which I also put on. 

Kebaya and Batik for Halal Bihalal. 

Madam Ermita Damos, led the ladies of Directorate General for Legal Affairs and International Treaties 

The beautiful ambiance of Halal Bihalal

Presided by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Dr AM Fachir, the Halal Bihalal of Dharma Wanita Persatuan (Organization for Spouses of Civil Servants) in Foreign Ministry featured Prof. Dr. Nasaruddin Umar, the Imam Besar of Istiqlal State Mosque in Jakarta.

Batik attire show by Dian Pelangi and displayed beautifully by spouses of civil servants in Foreign Ministry.

Indonesian fashion rules at Halal Bihalal.

JET with Madam Yasmin Fachir (Chief Patron of Dharma Wanita Persatuan), Madam Virna Mayerfas (Chair of Dharma Wanita persatuan) & Madam Ermita Damos (Vice Chair of Dharma Wanita Persatuan).

JET is dressed in a Batik Manado shirt from North Sulawesi province. The pattern of the Batik shirt represents the Celepuk or known as owl from North Sulawesi, an endemic species from the region of my maternal grandparents. 

JET with Madam Zelda Kartika (Director for America 1 region) along with Madam Sari Percaya (spouse of Director General for Asia, Pacific and African region) and Madam Rika Siregar in the backdrop.

JET with spouses of Directors in the Legal Affairs & International Treaties Directorate General: Madam Heidy Sulaiman, Madam Fanny Bebeb and Madam Deli Suhendar.

JET with Madam Rennie Wibowo Tavares, spouse of Director General for ASEAN Cooperation and fellow Indonesian diplomat.

Eid Mubarak in the residence of Indonesia's Consul General in Sydney, Australia.

Here The Tandjungs with Mr. Heru Subolo, Consul General of Indonesia to New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia. 

The Tandjungs dressed in modern contemporary Batik designed by DR Komaruddin Kudiya, the founder of Batik Komar. 

With the charming Madam Sinta Heru Subolo, spouse of Consul General of Indonesia in Sydney.

Surprise birthday of Madam Sinta Heru Subolo coincides with the Eid Mubarak celebration. 

Why I miss Eid Mubarak in Sydney. So warm and fun, not to mention lotsa delicious food. 

With Indonesian ladies who have graciously prepared the Eid Mubarak celebration in the residence of Consul General.

Mom and Dad enjoying the special culinary served at Eid Mubarak celebration. 

Atsari, the daughter of Consul General Mr Heru Subolo in Sydney, delivered beautiful songs adding the elegant ambiance of Eid Mubarak in the residence of Indonesia's Consul General Sydney.

Beautiful hand-painted Batik designs by Dr Komaruddin Kudiya, known as Batik Komar featured in Insta Story of Mrs Yeyen Komar @yeyenkomar

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