Kebaya is an upper garment opened at the front that is traditionally made from lightweight fabrics such as brocade, cotton, gauze, lace, or voile and sometimes adorned with embroidery. The front is secured with either buttons, pins, or brooches.

Derived from the Arabic word kaba meaning “clothing” and introduced to Indonesia via the Portuguese language, the term kebaya has come to refer to a garment whose origins appear to be a blouse. It was first worn in Indonesia at some time during the 15th and 16th centuries.

Mar 2, 2023 · There's one garment in Southeast Asia that embodies fashion, heritage and national pride. And now the kebaya is being nominated to join Unesco's Intangible Heritage List for 2023.

Feb 3, 2025 · The kebaya, a traditional blouse emblematic of Southeast Asian culture, has recently been placed on Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List, with industry insiders hailing the move to ...

From the ornately embroidered Kebaya Nyonya in Malaysia and Singapore, inspired by Chinese and Malay, to the elegant and simpler Kebaya Bali. Each style tells a story of cultural intersections and historical evolution.

Dec 1, 2022 · The kebaya of the previous century exhibited many of the immediately recognizable characteristics of today's kebaya, including a tight-fitting top that accentuates the woman's torso, the fold-back collarless neck and front opening, long sleeves, and the …

Feb 11, 2019 · Culture plays an important role in the daily lives and one such example is the Kebaya – the traditional formal wear for women. What is Kebaya? The kebaya consists of a long fabric wrapped around the waist to form a skirt and and …

Apr 4, 2023 · Kebaya is a traditional blouse-dress worn by women in many Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei. This attire has a rich history that goes back several centuries and is deeply intertwined with the cultural traditions of the region.

Baju kurung and kebaya are traditional Malay attires that have been innovated through the years. These classic attires are famously worn for special occasions like weddings and annual Raya gatherings. There are now so many variations of the kebaya that have been modernised and adapted to suit the current trends and preferences.

T he kebaya is the perfect symbol of South-east Asia’s shared heritage. At its core, it is an upper garment, which opens at the front and is typically made from lightweight fabrics such...