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Not only men, there are many female heroes who fought for Indonesia’s rights and independence. Their clothing style can also be an inspiration for mothers on Heroes’ Day.
The clothes worn by the heroine are generally very simple. However, there are many jewelry or other knick-knacks that are their trademark.
For example, Martha Christina Tiahahu, who is always seen wearing a headband. Apart from that, there is also Cut Nyak Dhien who is depicted as dashing in a bracketed shirt and a white shawl on his shoulders.
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Inspiration for female hero outfits
There are some inspirations for clothes from female heroes to celebrate Heroes’ Day on November 10, Mother. If you’re curious, here is a list of inspiration:
1. RA Kartini
Raden Ajeng Kartini is a hero of women’s emancipation who supports freedom in obtaining education, Mother. This Jepara-born woman often expressed her desire to advance indigenous women who at that time were limited by ancient customs.
As told in the book RA Kartini by Imron Rosyadi, Kartini was born on April 21 1879 to the Regent of Jepara, Raden Mas Adipati Ario Sosroningrat. Meanwhile, his mother was just a priyayi named MA Ngasirah.
She married a widower with seven children named Djojo Adiningrat. On many historical sites, Kartini is depicted as always wearing a kebaya with her hair tied in a neat bun. Not only that, he also has a brooch pinned to his chest.
This look has become very popular among young women so it is suitable as inspiration for celebrating Heroes’ Day, Mother.
2. Martha Christina Tiahahu
Martha Christina Tiahahu/ Photo: perpusnas.go.id
Martha Christina Tiahahu was born January 4 1800 in Abubu Village, Nusalaut, Maluku. This woman with a lot of courage is the only child and only jewel of Kapitan Paulus Tiahahu and his wife.
After her mother died, Martha became very close to her father. He even fought against the invaders, Mother.
Martha Christina Tiahahu is always depicted wearing all white clothes with curly hair left loose. Not only that, he also wore a distinctive headband.
3. Nyi Ageng Serang
Cited from the Yogyakarta Special Regional Culture Office website, Nyi Ageng Serang is the grandmother of the national hero Ki Hadjar Dewantara. Nyi Ageng Serang was born with the original name of Raden Ajeng (RA) Kustiyah Wulaningsih Retno Edhi.
She is also the daughter of Prince Natapraja who was none other than the ruler of the Serang area, Central Java. During the Diponegoro War in 1825, Nyi Ageng Serang, who was 73 years old at that time, led troops on a palanquin to help Prince Diponegoro fight the Dutch.
Nyi Ageng Serang died in 1838 at the age of 86 years. This war hero is often called the Serang Princess.
In every self-portrait of Nyi Ageng Serang, she is depicted as a firm and mysterious woman. Not only her facial expressions, Nyi Ageng Serang’s dressing style is also very attractive.
Nyi Ageng Serang is always seen wearing a black or green clothes bracket that covers her body up to her neck. Apart from that, the look is also completed with small round shining earrings.
4. Cut Nyak Dien
Another female national hero who can be used as inspiration for dressing on Heroes’ Day is Cut Nyak Dhien. He was a fighter who was born on May 12, 1848.
He was a fighter who fought Dutch colonialism during the Aceh War. Starting from the Aceh region, it has become a symbol of determination and spirit of resistance in defending independence.
In several of his portraits, Cut Nyak Dhien is seen wearing a typical Malay clothes bracket complete with a white shawl on his shoulders. Her hair is always tied in a bun and decorated with gold decorations.
5. Holy Spirit
Rohana Kudus is the first female journalist figure in Indonesia. This woman, born on December 20 1884, was awarded the title of hero by President Joko Widodo.
Rohana is the child of Mohamad Rasjad Mahardja Soetan and Kiam. Rohana is also the aunt of the famous poet Chairil Anwar and half-sister of Soetan Sjahrir, the first Prime Minister of Indonesia.
During her lifetime, Rohana is recorded as having founded the Amai Setia Crafts (KAS) school in Koto Gadang in 1911. At this school, women were taught various types of skills, such as writing and reading, manners, managing finances, Dutch, and religious education.
Just like most Minangkabau women, Rohana Kudus is often depicted wearing brackets. He is also always seen wearing a Tingkuluak or head covering.
6. Admiral Malahayati
Malahayati is the first Muslim woman to become a sea admiral in the world, Mother. He was born with the name Keumala Hayati.
From her father and grandfather, Malahayati was interested in exploring the marine world. Malahayati also studied naval military education at an academy. It was there that his naval military abilities were honed.
One time, Malahayati’s husband died in war. In the midst of sadness, Malahayati tried to get up, and he wanted to form an Inong Balee (widow) army. Malahayati asked Sultan Al Makammil’s permission to form a fleet with female soldiers.
Admiral Malahayati is always described as a brave figure, Mother. In several of his scattered self-portraits, Admiral Malahayati is seen wearing a red shirt and a scarf hanging from his head.
This shawl also has various colors. Some describe it as white, yellow, even dark red.
7. Dewi Sartika
Raden Dewi Sartika was born on December 4 1884 to a respectable Sundanese family in Cicalengka. Since childhood, he has had a desire to become a teacher and teach his friends.
In 1904, with the support of his grandfather who served as Regent of Bandung, he founded the Wife School in the Hall of Bandung Regency. This school then developed and taught women reading, writing, arithmetic and other skills.
Another inspiration for female hero clothes that you can use as a reference is Dewi Sartika’s fashion style. She always looks simple in a black or green kebaya, complete with a brooch on her chest.
8. Fatmawati
Fatmawati/ Photo: Instagram @puti_soekarno
Fatmawati was one of President Soekarno’s wives who had an important role in the history of Indonesian independence. This First Lady is the figure who sewed the heritage flag of Sang Saka Merah Putih, which was flown during the Proclamation of Indonesian Independence on August 17 1945.
In a vulnerable physical condition due to being heavily pregnant, she sewed the flag with a Singer sewing machine which was operated by hand because the doctor prohibited her from using her feet. The flag then flew in East Pegangsaan during this historic moment.
Several portraits of young Fatmawati are also circulating on the internet, Mother. His style at that time can be used as a reference for celebrating Heroes’ Day, you know.
Fatmawati always looks elegant and charming in a kebaya and cloth skirt. Not only that, the style is also often equipped with headgear.
Fatmawati also never lets her hair down. She always wears her hair in a bun to make it look neat.
9. Nyai Ahmad Dahlan
Nyai Ahmad Dahlan is often known as Siti Walidah. He was born on January 3 1872 in Kauman, Yogyakarta.
When she was young, Nyai Ahmad Dahlan was given Islamic education at home, including Arabic and the Koran. She is married to Ahmad Dahlan, founder of Muhammadiyah, and supports her husband in the development of the organization.
Nyai Ahmad Dahlan founded Sopo Tresno in 1914, a place where the couple read the Qur’an and discussed women’s issues. He then focused his attention on the verses of the Qur’an that talk about women.
In 1917, together with her husband and other Muhammadiyah leaders, she founded a women’s group called Aisyiyah, which focused on women’s education and emancipation. Through Aisyiyah, he established girls’ schools, boarding houses, and Islamic education programs for women.
Nyai Ahmad Dahlan is always described as a strong Muslim woman. He is seen wearing a white veil.
10. Rasuna Said
Hj. Rangkayo Rasuna Said is an Indonesian national hero who is known as a freedom fighter and women’s rights advocate. Born into a Minang noble family in West Sumatra, Rasuna Said grew up in an environment that encouraged him to receive an education and fight for Indonesian independence.
Rasuna Said has a strong belief in equal rights between men and women. She took an active role in women’s education, founding schools and newspapers that focused on women’s rights and national movements.
For mothers who wear the hijab, Rasuna Said’s dressing style can be an inspiration for the upcoming Heroes’ Day. Usually, Rasuna Said is depicted as a sturdy woman wearing a green clothes, white pashmina and round glasses.
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