Donald Wira Putra

Donald Wira Putra cotton batik apparel and accessories

"I love creating batik apparel because batik has been a part of Indonesian heritage for generations.

"I was born in 1977, the second child of four children. My parents started creating clothing in 1974, so I grew up in an environment of sewing and batik. And I became accustomed to making clothing from the time I was little. My parents specialized in hand-embroidery and batik.

"Although my parents make clothing, they never forced their children to walk in their steps and follow them into this field. My parents raised us in a democratic way. They love us and support us in every decision we take. And they still love us equally, even though not all of their children are involved with clothing and apparel.

"However, I'm following in my parents footsteps and continue their works. Creating batik in traditional way is done using two techniques, both of which utilize wax. The first is batik tulis and is made using a canting tool, which is a special cone-like pen, to draw on fabric. The other uses stamps to make batik cap or 'stamped batik.' Our designs use both of these traditional techniques.

"Today, we have 45 people who work with us — 13 men and 32 women. And I coordinate creating samples before a piece of apparel goes into production. First, I make a batik pattern and select the colors, then make the batik into fabric. After the fabric is ready, we create samples. When we feel the samples are as good as the design, then we go to production. Our clothing is made with 100 percent cotton, and we also control the quality of everything we do. That's why our batik is awesome.

"Our designs are mostly inspired by the beautiful things around us, such as people walking, paintings, murals, interior design and other batik patterns. And we make sure each design is of good quality, since we want people who wear our apparel to be proud of what they wear and proud of our Indonesian heritage. That is one of our goals — we don't simply create clothing and then sell it. We also create our designs with love and pride.

"By creating and offering good batik, I hope to help people appreciate how complicated batik is and how batik is an art form. It is also our Indonesian heritage, full of the history and pride of our people. Thanks to you, I now have the chance to show the beauty of our batik to the world."

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"I love creating batik apparel because batik has been a part of Indonesian heritage for generations.

"I was born in 1977, the second child of four children. My parents started creating clothing in 1974, so I grew up in an environment of sewing and batik. And I became accustomed to making clothing from the time I was little. My parents specialized in hand-embroidery and batik.

"Although my parents make clothing, they never forced their children to walk in their steps and follow them into this field. My parents raised us in a democratic way. They love us and support us in every decision we take. And they still love us equally, even though not all of their children are involved with clothing and apparel.

"However, I'm following in my parents footsteps and continue their works. Creating batik in traditional way is done using two techniques, both of which utilize wax. The first is batik tulis and is made using a canting tool, which is a special cone-like pen, to draw on fabric. The other uses stamps to make batik cap or 'stamped batik.' Our designs use both of these traditional techniques.

"Today, we have 45 people who work with us — 13 men and 32 women. And I coordinate creating samples before a piece of apparel goes into production. First, I make a batik pattern and select the colors, then make the batik into fabric. After the fabric is ready, we create samples. When we feel the samples are as good as the design, then we go to production. Our clothing is made with 100 percent cotton, and we also control the quality of everything we do. That's why our batik is awesome.

"Our designs are mostly inspired by the beautiful things around us, such as people walking, paintings, murals, interior design and other batik patterns. And we make sure each design is of good quality, since we want people who wear our apparel to be proud of what they wear and proud of our Indonesian heritage. That is one of our goals — we don't simply create clothing and then sell it. We also create our designs with love and pride.

"By creating and offering good batik, I hope to help people appreciate how complicated batik is and how batik is an art form. It is also our Indonesian heritage, full of the history and pride of our people. Thanks to you, I now have the chance to show the beauty of our batik to the world."

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Alternate image for Mens Short-Sleeved Brown Cotton Batik Shirt from Bali Brown Leaf Shadows

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Men's Short-Sleeved Brown Cotton Batik Shirt from Bali 'Brown Leaf Shadows'

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Jessica Soft but sturdy fabric, handsome print, fits my broad-shouldered husband well with room for comfort in the Texas heat. His favorite "Go to" shirt for BBQs and other summer/autumn outings when he wants to look tropical but still subtle. Recommend!!

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Men's Short-Sleeved Blue Cotton Batik Shirt from Bali 'Blue Leaf Shadows'

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Tura Looks great after multiple launderings. Just hang to dry.

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Men's Short-Sleeved Green Cotton Batik Shirt from Bali 'Green Leaf Shadows'

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Jimmy I love this shirt! It fits me comfortably with no tightness across the shoulders and a drape that feels good when I move. The colors are deep and have held up for over a half-dozen washings. I heartily recommend this shirt by Mr. Putra!

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June 23, 2023

C Christopher

Great design very creative Batik is very difficult to create he has done a wonderful job in doing that. More designs most welcome please

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May 3, 2023

T Tura

Looks great after multiple launderings. Just hang to dry.

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September 10, 2022

J Jimmy

I love this shirt! It fits me comfortably with no tightness across the shoulders and a drape that feels good when I move. The colors are deep and have held up for over a half-dozen washings. I heartily recommend this shirt by Mr. Putra!

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July 9, 2022

L Lawrence

design is fine, size is small

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July 7, 2022

R Robin

My new favorite skirt. So comfortable and beautiful. I love it. Thanks!

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June 28, 2022

J Jessica

Soft but sturdy fabric, handsome print, fits my broad-shouldered husband well with room for comfort in the Texas heat. His favorite "Go to" shirt for BBQs and other summer/autumn outings when he wants to look tropical but still subtle. Recommend!!

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December 22, 2021

D Dawn

Fits true to size, casual or dressy with white, tan, navy or black pants. Also purchased "Lazy Day in Blue" cotton shirt.

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July 25, 2021

E Eileen

Well made and my father really likes it!! And h can be a bit fussy!

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July 6, 2021

A Anna

I truly love this skirt! The fabric is very light; therefore, it is just perfect to wear it during the hot weather. Furthermore, it is very well done: all details in it are finished with care. If you would think about the old school workmanship, that skirt would be an example of it; an example of the work done with the mastery in the dressmaking field.

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June 19, 2021

D David

Just received today and the shirt is beautiful, it looks just like the picture and was packaged nicely. It also fits true to size

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January 24, 2021

T Tao

My brother loved this Christmas gift. The materials, color and craftsmanship were excellent and the design is stunning. He also loved that it came from Bali. How exotic!!

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December 22, 2020

T Tura

Well made and is as bright as the day it arrived.

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September 8, 2020

E Eric

My parcel arrived today, and what a surprise. I did not expect to find such a high quality shirt in the small box that came in the mail. Colors are vibrant, the buttons are all very secure, and there's not a loose thread to be seen anywhere. The thickness of the cloth is ideal for warm weather. I tried it on, and found the size true to form (I wear a Large shirt, and this item fits exactly how I w... read more

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July 5, 2020

G Gary

Very nice.

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September 8, 2020

E Eric

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