Reviewing The Meaning Of National Kebaya Day, Symbols Of Identity To Cultural Heritage

Illustration of National Kebaya Day. (Between)

YOGYAKARTA - Every year, National Kebaya Day is set on July 24. In this article, we will recognize the history of National Kebaya Day to increase our love and enthusiasm in preserving Indonesian culture.

National Kebaya Day is determined through Presidential Decree (Keppres) Number 19 of 2023. This determination is an important milestone in efforts to preserve kebaya as a cultural heritage of the nation that unites diverse ethnic groups in Indonesia.

Although it does not include national holidays and was only set last year, the euphoria of using kebaya today is increasingly popular. Many young people who are no longer shy or worried are said to be 'older' when using a kebaya.

Even kebaya is used as daily clothes for some Indonesians. Currently, more and more Kebaya are being modified, attracting the interest of young people.

The history of National Kebaya Day began with the Indonesian Women's Congress (KWI) X in 1964 ago. At the congress, Indonesian women who attended wore kebaya as a form of respect for First Lady Fatmawati Soekarno who always looked elegant in kebaya clothing.

At that time, President Ir Soekarno also attended an association of women who were all compact using a kebaya. Based on this, President Joko Widodo made July 24 as National Kebaya Day.

Since its enactment in 2023, National Kebaya Day has had a positive impact on efforts to preserve kebaya. This can be seen from the increasing interest of people who wear kebaya at various events, both formal and informal.

In addition, there are also many activities and events that raise the kebaya culture that is widely held. This is a sign that National Kebaya Day has succeeded in increasing public awareness about the value and meaning of kebaya as a national cultural heritage.

The determination of National Kebaya Day also has several important meanings and objectives, including:

National Kebaya Day is an important moment for us to continue to maintain and preserve kebaya as one of the cultural assets of the Indonesian nation. By continuing to love and wear kebaya, we can increase our love for the homeland and strengthen the nation's identity.

That's a review of Kebaya Day which falls on July 24. Hopefully this information will be useful! Visit VOI.id to get other interesting information.