DENPASAR – Labdanation Fashion Week at Sira Village marked a significant milestone for Indonesia’s sustainable fashion industry as Labdanation Fashion Week Season III, themed “Threads of Legacy,” achieved a Guinness World Records title at Sunset Mandala Stage, Sira Village Grand Outlet Bali, on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Held within the Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone (SEZ), the event brought together textile manufacturers, designers, educational institutions, small and medium industries (SMIs), and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Emphasizing collaboration and sustainability, the event demonstrated how the fashion industry can continue to grow while considering its social, economic, cultural, and environmental responsibilities.
Organized by PT Labda Anugerah Tekstil, Labdanation Fashion Week Season III showcased 67 garments made from sustainability-certified textiles, presented by professional models.
The event successfully achieved a Guinness World Records title in the category “The Most Sustainability-Certified Textile Clothing in a Fashion Show” following verification and adjudication against the established record requirements.
Labdanation Fashion Week at Sira Village Promotes Sustainable Fashion
Wijaya Ng, Operations Director of PT Labda Anugerah Tekstil, emphasized that sustainability in the fashion industry goes beyond the finished product.
According to Wijaya, sustainability encompasses the entire production process, including employee welfare, environmental impact, economic contributions, and responsible business practices.
“Sustainability is a broad concept that covers social, economic, and environmental aspects. It is not only about the product itself, but also about how the production process is carried out, how human resources are treated, and how the environment is protected.”
“Through collaboration, we hope industries in Indonesia can complement and strengthen one another rather than compete in ways that undermine each other,” Wijaya Ng said.
Five local fashion brands and participants were featured in the runway presentation: Murotto Bali, Kimmyra, IDB Bali, Unice, and Novel Mice.
Their participation reflected the event’s commitment to creating opportunities for local designers and MSMEs while encouraging the development of Indonesian fashion talent capable of competing in international markets.
The involvement of Institut Desain dan Bisnis (IDB) Bali, an educational institution specializing in design and business, was also an important part of the collaboration.
By connecting education with industry, the initiative aims to provide emerging creative professionals with the knowledge, skills, and business understanding needed to meet international industry standards and explore global opportunities.
The showcased garments were made using natural-based fibers, including cotton and rayon.
According to the organizers, all 67 garment designs were also covered by their respective intellectual property rights.
Through this approach, the event highlighted not only sustainable textile innovation but also the importance of protecting the creative work and intellectual property of fashion designers.
Sustainability Across the Textile Industry Value Chain
Labdanation Fashion Week Season III presented sustainability as a shared responsibility across the entire textile industry value chain.
PT Labda Anugerah Tekstil markets approximately 80 percent of its products internationally, exporting environmentally responsible textiles to more than 40 countries.
The remaining 20 percent serves the domestic market, including MSMEs and emerging fashion brands.
In its manufacturing operations, the company utilizes Epson Monna Lisa ML-32000 digital textile printing technology and water-based inks reported to hold OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certifications.
The company also applies biological wastewater treatment and material reuse practices as part of its efforts to adopt more environmentally responsible manufacturing processes.
Its reported certifications and management standards include OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100, OEKO-TEX® STeP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 27001.
These approaches emphasize that sustainability must be implemented comprehensively, extending beyond raw material selection to production systems, resource management, and operational practices.
Held in conjunction with Indonesia’s Youth Pledge Day (Hari Sumpah Pemuda), the event also reinforced messages of unity, youth creativity, and collaboration in developing a more competitive Indonesian creative industry.
Supporting the Growth of Indonesia’s Domestic Textile Industry
Beyond encouraging innovation and sustainable manufacturing practices, the event also highlighted the importance of strengthening Indonesia’s domestic textile industry.
Hagung Eko Pawoko, representing the Textile Center under Indonesia’s Ministry of Industry, stated that the availability of domestic raw materials remained relatively stable.
However, the textile industry continues to face several challenges, including increases in imported raw material prices that have reached as much as 40 percent.
“We hope these conditions will improve in the future so that Indonesia’s textile industry can become stronger and less dependent on imported products. We also support the development of domestically produced textiles so they can continue to grow in the local market,” Hagung Eko Pawoko said.
His remarks highlighted the importance of supporting locally manufactured products and strengthening Indonesia’s textile industry ecosystem.
Collaboration among manufacturers, designers, educational institutions, MSMEs, and other stakeholders is considered an important step toward creating a more resilient, competitive, and sustainable industry.
Sira Village Creates a Platform for Sustainable Fashion Collaboration
As the host destination, Sira Village Grand Outlet Bali seeks to play a role beyond providing a venue for events.
Sira Village aims to serve as a collaborative platform connecting textile and fashion industry stakeholders while helping introduce and promote sustainable products to wider audiences.
Steven Seng, Director of Sira Village, said the destination is committed to supporting the growth of the sustainable fashion ecosystem through partnerships and opportunities for local brands to reach consumers.
“At Sira Village, we want to provide a space where sustainable fashion can grow through collaboration among various textile industry stakeholders. We also want to help introduce and promote sustainable fashion products to a broader audience.”
“By providing opportunities for products and brands that prioritize sustainability, we hope to support the growth of creative communities and help local businesses develop together,” Steven Seng said.
Located within the Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Sira Village is developing a shopping and lifestyle destination featuring open-air tropical architecture, landscaping that emphasizes local plant species, and design approaches and systems that support energy efficiency.
Hosting Labdanation Fashion Week Season III expands opportunities for local designers, MSMEs, educational institutions, and creative industry professionals to showcase their work and build professional connections.
Through initiatives like this, Sira Village hopes to increase the visibility of sustainable fashion products while supporting the development of local creative communities.
More than a runway presentation, the event demonstrated how collaboration between industry stakeholders, local talent, and commercial destinations can contribute to a more sustainable Indonesian fashion industry.
Sira Village also hopes similar initiatives will continue to create opportunities for innovation, creativity, and local business growth.
Labdanation Fashion Week Season III Achieves Guinness World Records Title
As the event’s highlight, Labdanation Fashion Week Season III successfully achieved a Guinness World Records title in the category “The Most Sustainability-Certified Textile Clothing in a Fashion Show.”
The achievement was made possible through the presentation of 67 garments produced using sustainability-certified textiles.
This accomplishment represents an important milestone for Indonesia’s sustainable fashion industry while demonstrating the potential of collaboration among textile manufacturers, designers, and local fashion brands to bring sustainable innovation onto the international stage.
Through Labdanation Fashion Week at Sira Village, the destination’s management hopes to continue providing opportunities for cross-industry partnerships, local creative development, and initiatives that promote more sustainable business practices.
Sira Village Grand Outlet Bali is a retail and lifestyle destination located within the Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone, in Serangan, Denpasar, Bali.
Combining shopping, dining, and seaside experiences, Sira Village aims to support the development of tourism, creativity, and collaboration with local businesses and communities.
Source: Atnews
