Early last month, Vogue Singapore attended Plaza Indonesia Fashion Week 2024. Hosted by the luxury mall in the buzzy city of Jakarta , the six-day extravaganza saw 31 shows and 75 of Indonesia’s most notable brands showcase their latest collections for all of the world to see. With the lineup seeing a mix of contemporary and modest wear brands, it was a melting pot of emerging young designers and long-established names.
One of the standout shows from the week was a new addition to the schedule, Adeline Esther . The only couture designer in the lineup, Esther’s 15-look show marked her fashion week debut, and the designer’s second bespoke collection showcase under her namesake label. Titled ‘Mercurial’, the collection saw voluminous statement gowns that were constructed from sequin, in various sizes, shapes and cuts.
Each sequin strip was melted down and reshaped, before being hand-sewn together and embellished with metallic accents. When asked about the meaning behind the amorphous collection name, the Esmod Design School graduate shared: “Due to the materials used, my dresses appear fluid and metallic, reminiscent of mercury in its molten state. Additionally, the term can also refer to a person who is quick-witted and decisive, much like my label’s target demographic.
” Confident and unfettered in her approach, Esther’s creative ethos is one that is lucid yet aspirational. “I started my label to build a brand that helps women feel confident and glamorous fo.
