Kleting
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Kleting Titis Wigati | |
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| Born | 16 November 1981 Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Years active | 2001–present |
| Known for | Founder and Creative Director of KLÉ |
| Spouse | Waizly Darwin |
| Children | 2 (twins) |
Kleting Titis Wigati (born 16 November 1981) is an Indonesian fashion designer, entrepreneur, and environmental activist.[1] She is the founder and Creative Director of the ready-to-wear fashion label KLÉ (stylized as KLE or KLÉ).[2][3] Known for her brave and sharp designs intended for non-conformist individuals who crave self-expression through their personal style, Kleting has been a prominent figure in the Indonesian fashion industry since her debut at Jakarta Fashion Week in 2009.[2][1][4]
Early life and education
[edit]Kleting Titis Wigati was born on 16 November 1981 in Jakarta, Indonesia.[5] She grew up in a family deeply committed to environmental conservation.[6] Her family built an urban forest in South Tangerang for water absorption, a concern they have maintained since the 1960s.[6] She has been an avid scuba diver since the age of 12, an activity that fostered her deep appreciation for marine life and the environment.[6]
She studied fashion at ESMOD Jakarta, where she received an award for pattern making and design interpretation in 2001.[7] She then pursued further education at the prestigious Istituto Marangoni Milano School of Fashion, graduating with a degree in Fashion Design in 2005.[5][1]
Career
[edit]Early career (2001–2009)
[edit]Kleting began her fashion career as a freelance designer in 2001 while still studying.[1] After graduating from Istituto Marangoni in 2005, she gained valuable international experience working in various roles: as a fashion editor and stylist for numerous magazines and television commercials, as a Product Development assistant for brands like Miss Sixty, Killah, Sixty Men, and Sixty Far East in Hong Kong, and as a Product Designer for the Italian sportswear brand Berik.[5][1]
In 2008, she was chosen as one of the 30 most inspiring people under 30 by Hard Rock FM radio Jakarta.[8] The same year, she won the Cleo "Young and Talented Designer" Fashion Award.[4]
KLÉ fashion label (2009–present)
[edit]In 2009, Kleting founded her own ready-to-wear fashion label, KLÉ (stylized as KLE), in Jakarta.[1][2] Her designs are described as brave and sharp, intended for non-conformist individuals who crave self-expression.[2]
Her brand made its debut at Jakarta Fashion Week (JFW) in 2009, where she has since described her career as having been "born" on the JFW stage.[1][3] From 2009 to 2019, she participated in JFW every year, often multiple times a year, and considered this period the golden era of KLÉ, with strong sales and a consistent design identity.[1]
Early on, she faced significant challenges as a small independent designer. She described herself as operating as a "micro, nano" business with only 3-4 seamstresses, often receiving show invitations just one month before the event and having to manage everything from design to production to public relations herself.[1]
At JFW 2013, she presented the "Samsung Presents KLE by Kleting Titis Wigati" collection, featuring 22 pieces inspired by nature.[9] The collection showcased vivid colors including red, purple, green, blue, and yellow, paired with softer tones like white, gray, and beige, and featured high-waist pants, loose dresses, and pleated skirts with ethnic accessories.[9] She stated at the time, "I want to inspire people to love nature more through my collection."[9]
In 2010, she showcased her Fall/Winter Collection 2010/2011 titled "The Aftermath" at the Blu Martini, JW Mariott Hotel Jakarta.[10] The collection was inspired by the effects of World War II, including economic expansion and postwar recovery difficulties, and was dominated by dark and shadowy graphics, black, grey, and white colors, with narrow high-waist designs, fabric layering, and flowy feminine dresses.[10]
In 2014, she debuted a menswear collection at JFW, expanding her brand beyond womenswear.[1]
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Kleting faced a major crisis. She was scheduled to participate in a fashion show but it was canceled due to large-scale social restrictions (PSBB), despite having already produced a large inventory of clothing in anticipation of "see now buy now" sales.[1] She had to sell the clothes online from home to avoid significant losses.[1]
Hiatus and comeback (2021–2026)
[edit]In 2021, Kleting gave birth to twins, her first children, at the age of 40.[1][2] This led to a four-year hiatus from the fashion industry to focus on her family.[1][2]
She returned to the industry in July 2024 with the launch of a new collection titled "Serumpun" at Fruition, Plaza Senayan, Jakarta.[11] The collection featured ready-to-wear pieces including blouses, blazers, high-waisted pants, shorts, and straight skirts in dark and warm colors, as well as brighter hues like light blue and white with dynamic stripes.[11] She also launched a new homeware line, KLE Casa, inspired by her own family's love for hosting and entertaining, featuring tableware and furniture with hand-drawn fruit and flower motifs.[11]
Return to Jakarta Fashion Week 2026
[edit]Kleting made her official comeback to the runway at Jakarta Fashion Week 2026 after a four-year absence.[1][2] The event was especially personal for her, as she described her career as having been "born" on the JFW stage.[1]
She was one of nine inspirational female designers featured in the "Revival of Miracles" fashion presentation by POND'S Age Miracle, alongside Asti Surya, Velda Anabela, Rebecca Billina, Juliana Ng, Ansy Savitri, Vivian Mazuki, Ingrid Husodo, and Fitria Vidyawati.[3] The event celebrated the revival of these designers after challenging periods.[3]
Kleting reflected on her journey, stating that staying in the Indonesian fashion industry for over 10 years has been a struggle, but she has maintained her passion and idealism.[1] She emphasized the importance of consistency and creativity, noting that she seeks inspiration not only from fashion books but also from political issues and current trends.[1]
Environmental activism
[edit]Kleting has been actively involved in environmental conservation since childhood, a value instilled by her family.[6] She has been a scuba diver since age 12 and regularly dives to appreciate marine life.[6]
WWF collaboration
[edit]In 2016, Kleting collaborated with WWF Indonesia and Galeries Lafayette on the "#TogetherPossible for a Living Planet" campaign.[6] She designed ocean-themed merchandise, including scarves, tote bags, and t-shirts, with a portion of proceeds donated to WWF-Indonesia's marine conservation programs.[6]
During the campaign, she also shared stories about the underwater world with children through storytelling activities, with her niece and friends (aged 12-13) serving as volunteers because of their own diving experience.[6] She explained, "If I tell the story (about loving nature from an early age), it's really past tense. But if they tell the story, it will hit home. Children are like sponges, they absorb information quickly."[6]
Tanah Tingal Nature School
[edit]Kleting's extended family built the Tanah Tingal Nature School (Tanah Tingal School) in the South Tangerang area, aimed at children from Playgroup to Grade 6.[6] The school teaches children to respect the earth, plant trees, preserve water, and introduces them to various animal species, including birds that no longer exist in the city.[6]
Sustainable fashion advocacy
[edit]Kleting has also spoken about sustainable fashion practices. At a WWF #NatureXYouth event, she stated that every time one produces a garment, it requires one gallon of clean water, highlighting the environmental impact of the textile industry.[6] She also noted that her profession involves "scavenging" used fabrics from textile warehouses and redesigning them to be fit for use.[6]
Awards and recognition
[edit]- 2001: ESMOD Award for pattern making and design interpretation[7]
- 2008: Cleo "Young and Talented Designer" Fashion Award[4]
- 2008: One of the 30 Most Inspiring People Under 30 by Hard Rock FM radio Jakarta[8]
- 2009: Winner of CLEO Fashion Awards, Talented Young Designer category, at JFW 2010[4]
- Best Fashion Designer at Clio Fashion Awards (year unspecified)
- 2012-2019: Regular participant at Jakarta Fashion Week[1]
Personal life
[edit]Kleting is married to Waizly Darwin and they have two children: twins Renjana and Atmahati.[1][2] She gave birth to them in 2021 at the age of 40.[1]
She has been a certified scuba diver since the age of 12.[6] Her family has been involved in environmental conservation since the 1960s, having built an urban forest in South Tangerang.[6]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 "Kleting Titis Wigati Kembali ke JFW 2026 Setelah 4 Tahun Vakum". Kompas (in Indonesian). 2026-06-10. Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 "Kleting Titis Wigati Kembali ke JFW 2026, Tampilkan Koleksi 'Dari Hutan'". detik.com (in Indonesian). 2026-06-11. Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 3 4 "9 Desainer Wanita Inspiratif di JFW 2026, Ada Kleting Titis Wigati". Medcom.id (in Indonesian). 2026-06-12. Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 3 4 "CLEO Fashion Awards 2010". CLEO Magazine. 2010.
- 1 2 3 "Kleting Titis Wigati – Alumni Profile". Istituto Marangoni. Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 "Kleting Titis Wigati x WWF Indonesia Collaboration". WWF Indonesia (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 "ESMOD Jakarta Alumni". ESMOD Jakarta (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 "30 Most Inspiring People Under 30". Hard Rock FM. 2008.
- 1 2 3 "KLE by Kleting Titis Wigati at JFW 2013". Jakarta Fashion Week. Retrieved 2026-08-10.
- 1 2 "Kleting Titis Wigati: The Aftermath Collection". Various Media. 2010.
- 1 2 3 "Kleting Titis Wigati Luncurkan Koleksi Serumpun". Female Daily (in Indonesian). 2024-07-20. Retrieved 2026-08-10.