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As we understand the history and the influence of colonisation in the decorative arts, it is also important to provide alternative views so that it speculates and envisions the story of objects differently.

Alternative futures could expand its horizon as it travels through Southeast Asia. Indonesia acts at the starting point of this project due to our heritage and the proximity; however, the project may continue to map out the entirety of Java island and eventually Southeast Asia.

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We would like to thank the following people for the insights they have provided to this project.


Janet Teowarang, Fashion Lecturer at Universitas Ciputra Surabaya and Founder, Creative Director of Allegra Jane, whose knowledge in Javanese batik and fashion informed our research. 

Sri Mastuti, Lecturer from the Department of History Education at Universitas Negeri Surabaya

Akhmad Darus, odheng artisan from Banasare Village in Sumenep, Madura who shared the process and background of his craft with us.

Residents at Sumenep, Madura who welcomed us and allowed us to film and photograph in their places of residence.

Circe Henestrosa, Head of the School of Fashion at Lasalle College of the Arts, who offered insights into the research direction and supported the actualisation of the project.

Nadya Wang, Lecturer at the School of Fashion at Lasalle College of the Arts, whose feedback and expertise in Southeast Asian fashion history was valuable to this proposal.