People
Indonesian
Introduction
Indonesia - a vast archipelago comprising more than 17,000 islands - contains a population numbering around 278 million people; a number that makes Indonesia the fourth most populous country in the world.
These impressive numbers also imply that significant cultural, ethnic, religious and linguistic diversity can be expected to be found within its boundaries.
Quick Facts
Locale codes
id-ID
Currency
Indonesian rupiah (Rp)
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Ethnicities
Javanese 40%
Sundanese 15.5%
Other 15%
(Padangnese, Madurese, Balinese, Makassarese, Manadonese, Ambonese, Papuan)
Continent
South East Asia
Language
Indonesian
Javanese
Sundanese
Most Popular OS
Android
Top Communication App
Whatsapp
**Updated May 2022
What do Indonesians normally wear everyday?
Female Streetwear
- Hijab/modest fashion for Muslims. Gen Z – hijab + modern fashion (still appropriate and non-revealing)
- Oversized comfortable clothing (especially during and after the pandemic)
- In general, non-revealing clothing is deemed appropriate
- Attracted to local brands
Male Streetwear
- Light, comfortable, loose fabrics for hot climates.
- Casual: Sneakers, sandals, flip-flops, cardigan, statement t-shirts, batik, pants, jeans, short pants.
- Semi-formal/Formal: batik, long-sleeved shirt, suit, pants
Traditional Costume
We have unique folkloric attire for each of the 34 provinces in Indonesia. These national costumes are usually worn during official occasions as well as traditional ceremonies. Today the most widely recognised Indonesian national costumes include batik and kebaya, although originally those costumes mainly belong within the island of Java and Bali, most prominently within Javanese, Sundanese and Balinese culture.
Since Java has been Indonesia's political and population centre, folk costume from the island has become elevated to national status. Batik is clothing that is traditionally made using a manual wax-resist dyeing technique to form intricate patterns. UNESCO designated Indonesian batik as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity on October 2, 2009.
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