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The 2024 Paris Olympics is not only an event to showcase the achievements of athletes from all over the world, but also a stage for designers to showcase their creations. One of those who stole the attention was Didit Hediprasetyo, who designed the Indonesian contingent's uniform for the opening ceremony of the Olympics. This uniform is not only ceremonial clothing, but also a symbol of Indonesian cultural pride and identity .
The uniforms worn by the Indonesian contingent at the 2024 Paris Olympics received positive reviews from various international media such as Vanity Fair, Vogue and Numero. These media appreciated how Didit succeeded in combining traditional and modern elements in his design. Every detail of the uniform reflects respect for Indonesia's cultural heritage while meeting the functional needs of the athletes.
This uniform design takes inspiration from the artistic heritage of Raden Saleh, a romantic painter from Java. Didit Hediprasetyo sees Raden Saleh's journey from Central Java to European courts in the 19th century as a reflection of Indonesia's rise on the global stage. This combination of Javanese cultural roots and European romanticism was beautifully transformed into every piece of clothing worn by the Indonesian contingent.
Didit uses high-quality materials such as Indonesian stonewashed denim and luxurious velvet, as well as silk netting in a striking palette of primary colors. This combination of materials and design provides ease of movement while enhancing a sense of pride and unity among athletes.
Uniquely, it turns out that this uniform photo shoot involved Nicholas Saputra and Marissa Anita, you know. Check out brilio.net's detailed review of the uniforms of the Indonesian contingent for the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics as reported by Vanity Fair, with image sources collected from various sources on Friday (26/7).
(brl/jad)
