Designer Hengki Kawilarang Dies At The Age Of 47

Designer Hengki Kawilarang has died (Instagram/@dpidamu)

JAKARTA - The Indonesian fashion industry is again grieving the death of one of the country's most talented fashion designers, Hengki Candra Kusuma Kawilarang.

The famous designer, who has been known for his luxurious and glamorous works, passed away at the age of 47, Friday morning, June 20, 2025. This sad news was conveyed by the family through uploads on the designer's official Instagram account.

'Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji'un. Our family has passed away Hengki Candra Kusuma Kawilarang bin Yohan Ahmad Fauzi Kawilarang," reads the statement presented in the upload.

In the same message, the family submits a prayer request for the deceased to be given the best place by Allah SWT and an apology if during Hengki's life he had made a mistake, either verbally or in an act.

The atmosphere of grief can be seen from other uploads showing the funeral home in the BTN Marga Asih area, Bandung, West Java. You can see a row of bouquets of flowers and relatives and friends who come to deliver the body to its final resting place.

Hengki Kawilarang is widely known as a regular designer for Indonesia's top celebrities, including Syahrini and Krisdayanti. His magnificent and detailed fashion style made him an icon on the Indonesian fashion stage.

Not only known domestically, Hengki's work has also auctioned off to prestigious world events. The draft had appeared in international events, such as New York Fashion Week, bringing Indonesia's name to the eyes of the world with great pride.

Hengki's departure leaves a deep footprint in the Indonesian fashion industry. His distinctive design style and dedication to the fashion world will always be remembered by colleagues, fans, and admirers of his work.

Hopefully the deceased will have the best place by His side and the family left behind will be given fortitude. Goodbye, Hengki Kawilarang. Thank you for the work and inspiration that has been given.