eWire
August 29, 2002
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort and Spa Previews
Fashions for the Second Annual Fashion Fusion Weekend
Jakarta (August 29, 2002)— Designer Adjie Notonegoro today unveiled to the Jakarta media in a sneak preview, new fashions, especially created for Fashion Fusion, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort & Spa’s second annual festive fashion weekend. This event, Friday and Saturday, October 25th and 26th, showcases Bali’s finest dining, jazz and phenomenal fashion entertainment.
Fashion Fusion 2002 features the creativity of Indonesia’s fashion, jewelry and textile designers, as well as highlighting internationally renowned designer Tadashi from the world’s fashion capital, New York. This annual event not only marks The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort & Spa’s 6th Anniversary but confirms Bali’s place as a “hot spot” in the world of creative fashion.
Fashion Fusion, held in conjunction with Moda Bali Convex and Mardiana Ika, is made possible by the generous support and sponsorship of Bank Mandiri, Veuve Clicquot, Seimens, Telkomsel, Estee Lauder and Gaurda Indonesia.
In December, Fashion Fusion 2001 featured the works of international designer Kevin Yeung of Hong Kong, with top Indonesian designers Runi Palar, Afif Syakur and Musa Yidyatmodjo.
For information and reservations, please contact Ms. Ayu Ari: Phone: [0361] 702222 ext. 7187, Fax: [0361] 702455, e-mail: fashion.fusion@ritzcarlton-bali.com
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort & Spa was voted "The Best 100% Top Service Hotel” according to the Conde Nast Traveler (US) 2001 Reader’s Choice Awards and Best 100% Score for rooms category according to 2002 Reader’s Choice Awards. The 48-ocean view villa, 290-room resort hotel is located on a bluff in Jimbaran, 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Recreational options include one of Jimbaran's most dramatic and secluded beaches; a two-tiered swimming pool; 18-hole golf putting course; fully equipped Spa consisting of gymnasium, saunas, Turkish Bath and private massage rooms; billiards, table tennis and mountain bikes; Tennis Pavilion, The Ritz-Carlton Kids program, children's pool and waterslide. Six restaurants and lounges offer Indonesian and Mediterranean favorites.
For reservations or more information, please contact a travel professional, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali at telephone (62) (361) 702 222, facsimile (62) (361) 701 555, toll free reservations from Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand by dialing the international access code followed by (800) 241-33333 or US Central Reservations at (800) 241-3333 or E-Mail: ritzbc@indosat.net.id, http://www.ritzcarlton.com.
Fashion Fusion 2002
The Designers
At Fashion Fusion 2002, Each designer will present 20 new outfits or creations. The selected designers are among the best in their respective fields.
Tadashi
Born and raised in Sandai, Japan, Tadashi developed his sense of style and drama early in life. He realized that his dream of working as an artist in Japan was unattainable, and immigrated to the United States for a fashion education in Southern California. Attending the Los Angeles Trade Technical College in the 70s in costume design, he fine-tuned his craft and dreams. Combining simplicity of form with his artistic background, Tadashi successfully translates designs to make women feel glamorous. In 1982, he established his own company, gaining Bergdorf Goodman as his first client. Today, his collection sells worldwide.
Adjie Notonegoro
A rising star in the competitive fashion world, this Jakarta-born designer opened his first boutique in his home city in 1986, and hasn’t looked back since. A graduate of Esmod Modelle L’Ecole fashion design school in Paris and Mueller Und Sohn Modeschule in Duesseldorf, he was a frequent spectator at the catwalks of Paris, London and The Hague. He eventually pursued his own annual fashion shows in Indonesia, and has shown work in Japan and Vietnam, presenting haute couture highlighting the kebaya.
Carmanita
From a family of maestros of traditional batik, the West Java native-born Carmanita constantly reinvents traditional patterns and colors with modern innovations. Her unique identity has penetrated the international market, including several European countries and United States, where her shows present surprising innovations every single time.
Suarti
Suarti, named for the goddess of art and knowledge, carries Bali in her soul. Through her international stature as an artist, dancer, jewelry designer and musician, since 1996 she has been a featured television personality in the United States, England, Japan, Germany and Canada. People respond to her jewelry as they would to a piece of art that is timeless, with universal, cross-cultural appeal.
Kiata Kwanda
East Kalimantan-born Kiata spent 10 years in Paris, studying at the Esmod Ecole Superiur des Artes et Techniques de la Mode, and worked as freelance stylist at Jose Levi and Les Complices. Afterward, Kiata returned to Surabaya, to dedicate his talents to Indonesia. The strong “contemporary Zen” feeling in his collections balances unique simplicity and modern design. With no rules to follow, his design path is one of constant self-discovery and individuality.
Mardiana Ika
Founder and organizer of the annual Bali Fashion Week through Moda Bali Foundation, Ika is the managing director and designer of Butoni, Ltd. She has a strong background in the fashion world, where she began a career in creative dsign and has manufactured and exported high quality fashions around the world. Over the past three years, Bali Fashion Week has served as an international forum to assist creative artists, sculptors, painters and designers from Bali and Indonesia in showcasing their talents. The event ultimately aims to establish an art and cultural library with an educational center for aspirants in the industry.
Fashion Fusion 2002
The Events
Friday, October 25, 2002
Grande Dame Champagne Dinner
An exclusive, seven-course dinner served in the intimate setting of Padi Restaurant, accompanied by a selection of the finest vintages of Grande Dame champagne produced by the house of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
US$ 95++, per person
Saturday, October 26, 2002
Veuve Clicquot Champagne Reception, Gala Dinner and Fashion Show
7 - 7:45 p.m.
A champagne reception in the courtyard, accompanied by jazz fusion music, sets the mood with exquisite canapes and Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
7:45 p.m.
A fashion and jewelry show in the ballroom follows a lavish four course gala dinner with accompanying wines.
US$ 95++, per person
Cigars and Cognac
Finish the evening in style at Damar Terrace with cognac fine cigars from Bali’s largest Cuban cigar selection.
A la carte
Fashion Fusion Weekend Package
Includes Veuve Clicquot Champagne Reception followed by the Gala Dinner and Fashion Show in the elegant Ritz-Carlton Bali Ballroom, and one night accommodation in a resort-view room on Saturday, including full American breakfast.
USD 325++, for two persons