'Evolution pleats' from designer Hamy
'Evolution pleats' from designer Hamy
JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian designer Stephanus Hamy has launched
his latest collection featuring "evolution pleats". Hamy's
interpretation of pleats are not the back-to-uniform schoolgirl
pleats which immediately spring to mind, but are on a textured,
clingy crinkled fabric.
With no catwalk in sight, some of Indonesia's finest modeling
talent wearing Hamy's latest creations weaved their way through
the potted palms and tables at the Cascade lounge at Hotel Mulia
Senayan during the collection's launch last weekend.
This latest of his collections featured 32 pieces in black,
off-white, silver-gray and red, combining chiffon with satin-
silk, plain fabrics.
The focus of this collection is on its rich colors,
interesting textures and "pleat" manipulation. The collection
includes clingy strappy tops, body hugging strapless tops, loose
jackets, skirts and dress pants of varying lengths.
An interesting inclusion is a range of pantaloon-style, mid-
calf wide pants, with wide pleats from the hips down. The
collection also features some interesting cuts including pleats
clock, pleats square, oriental style cuts, elegant bustled skirts
and an interesting harem or genie look, with elasticized pants
and skirts.
"The collection is for the energetic, sporty and stylish young
woman and can be worn night or day for various occasions," said
Hamy.
Hamy breaks a fashion rule in this collection, but to his
advantage, by mixing and matching horizontal and vertical lines.
His designs are renowned for being elegant but wearable pieces.
He claims to design a stylish smart casual look, avoiding the
often extravagant and unrealistic styles seen on the catwalks of
the world's fashion capitals. With minimal accessories and simple
cuts, Hamy seems to abide by the old adage "less is more".
With items priced at Rp 350,000 to Rp 850,000, the collection
is aimed at the Indonesian professional young woman, but is
reasonably priced compared to Indonesia's other top designers.
"The prices are targeted at the middle and upper class
markets, and my latest collection is suitable for most Indonesian
body types," he said.
Stephanus Hamy has four fashion lines: Stephanus Hamy
(exclusive designs), Hamy Touch (second line) Hamy Homme
(menswear) and Hamy Culture (Indonesian ethnic designs).
His latest collection is available at all four of his outlets
in Sogo Plaza Indonesia, Central Jakarta; Mal Kelapa Gading
Plaza, North Jakarta; and Plaza Senayan and Pasaraya both in
South Jakarta. (Irene Sugiharto/Ingrid Maack)