Words: Aulia R. Sungkar (Ollie) Photos: Courtesy of Levi's Originally was published in JPlus on April 19, 2015. Levi’s brand whiz Chip Bergh is bringing the blue jeans pioneer back to its glory with sustainability, innovation and social media approaches. How to take proper care of a pair of denims has been a subject of debate for decades; some say hand washing is the best method while many others throw their jeans in the washing machine. Regardless of the choice of the method, Charles … [Read more...]
Jérôme Lambert: Envisioning the mission to reach goals
Words & Photo: Aulia R. Sungkar Originally was published in The Jakarta Post on Jan. 10, 2015. At the helm of luxury brand Montblanc, Jérôme Lambert is raising the bar with his visionary strategy. The chairman of famous brand Montblanc, Jérôme Lambert is staring at a new model of Bohême Collection. It’s the brand’s new women only line, and the name Bohême can also refer to a philosophy of “I go my own way”, he said. While having a laidback chat with The Jakarta Post at the second edition … [Read more...]
Putting the Boot in
Words & photos: Aulia R. Sungkar. Originally published in JPlus of The Jakarta Post. Outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland is forging ahead the Asia Pacific region with the opening of new stores. Stewart Whitney is pointing at a pair of yellow, eight-hole boots at the Timberland’s recently-opened Bali store. “Last year we celebrated the 40th anniversary of the original boot. The model is the epitome of timeless style.” The legendary, iconic yellow boot is synonymous with the brand, which is … [Read more...]
Satisfaction, selling and Irwan Danny Mussry
By Christian Razukas. Originally published on The Jakarta Post. Truth be told, Irwan Danny Mussry says he’s not a serious watch collector. “Perpetual calendar complication?” he asks. “Been there, done that.” Sure, as the President and CEO of Time International, Irwan says that he has a slew of complicated diver and pilot watches. They capture a sense of bravery that he admires. But the 55-year-old says that he’d actually prefer a simple GMT watch, with an extra hand for a second time … [Read more...]
Defining reality to set a vision
Text & photos: Aulia R. Sungkar Originally published in The Jakarta Post on November 8, 2014 With a wealth of leadership experience under his belt, Stewart Whitney is mapping a business model to build a strong brand presence. Business leaders should be able to show their subordinates a map that helps them see why they should choose a particular route, according to Stewart Whitney. During his six-year stint managing outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland in the … [Read more...]
Snapshot of Fashion Trends in 2021: Jakarta Fashion Hub Hosts Virtual Fashion Show “Lounge ‘n Leisure” and Virtual Shopping
Four fashion labels are collaborating in their use of sustainable viscose-rayon fibers being produced in Indonesia. JAKARTA, January 27, 2020 - Jakarta Fashion Hub (JFH) is kicking off 2021 with a virtual fashion show and virtual shopping event. Towards this end, the hub, a collaborative space that brings together fashion and creativity, is working with four well-known fashion labels: Purana, Interim Clothing, Eureka and KC Sleepwear. Each label will showcase six ready-to-wear "Lounge … [Read more...]
It’s Only 10 Minutes!
By Rafa A. Ramadhan - senior writer at Alveo An express haircut in the hustling business environment A chat with Juan Richardo truly puts us in a jovial mood. His keen on traveling was what led him to open Kaizen Barber Shop, which is known for its quick yet stylish result of haircut. It only takes 10 minutes to get your haircut done – a perfect solution for busy people living in the city’s hustle and bustle. Back to his travel, Japan and Singapore are not only among his favorite … [Read more...]
Kikuo Ibe: Unbreakable teamwork in creating the shock of the new
By Aulia R. Sungkar. Published in The Jakarta Post on January 18, 2014. Photos courtesy of horalatina.com, Danu Kuntoaji Kikuo Ibe became a pioneer in the world of watches because of a dream, his team and a refusal to crack under pressure. The Japanese had loved the durable watch his father gave him as a high school graduation present, which lasted for 12 years through thick and thin. But most watches were expensive and less robust at the time, and the young Ibe was … [Read more...]
Swarovski: A Legacy to Continue
Story by Aulia R. Sungkar; Photos by Bagus Tri Laksono Originally published in August-September 2018 edition of Indonesia Design It has been more 123 years since Daniel Swarovski invented a crystal-cutting machine with high precision in Tyrol, Austria. Fast forward, Swarovski has not only successfully maintained its family ownership for five generations, but the giant is known as one of the world’s market leaders in cut crystal for jewellery, decorative pieces, lighting and … [Read more...]
Click Square – A Digital Hub
By Aulia R. Sungkar. Originally published in Indonesia Design Originally operated as a shopping mall, this ten-storey building has now been transformed into a technology hub that plays host to communities and players in the creative industry. Soft launched in March 2017 with a grand opening held in May, Click Square has its own story to tell. The property was previously known as BeMall, strategically situated along Jalan Naripan, one of the busiest streets in Bandung. After … [Read more...]
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