Study on Aesthetic Characteristics of Sulam Usus Motif on Party Kebaya Dress (Postmodernism Era Perspective)

Local wisdom must not be affected by globalization and challenges in the postmodern era. The Sulam Usus craft is a form of local wisdom from Lampung that is continuously developing. This study aims to present an in-depth examination of (1) the Sulam Usus kebaya (traditional Indonesian attire) motif at Rahayu Gallery, and (2) the function of Sulam Usus kebaya at Rahayu Gallery in the postmodern era. This study was conducted on the Sulam Usus kebaya in Rahayu Gallery, Lampung. This was descriptive qualitative research. The main instrument in this study was the researcher, assisted with observation guides, interviews, and documentation. The study ’ s supporting tools include mp3, digital camera, and stationeries. The data collection technique involves documentation, interviews, and observations. Data validity was obtained through detailed observation and resource triangulation. Data were then analyzed through data reduction, presentation, and conclusion. The findings reveal that: (1) the Sulam Usus kebaya in Rahayu Gallery consists of various kinds of motifs that are continuously developing from the time it was established up to now; (2) the function of Sulam Usus kebaya has shifted from its initial use as a traditional ceremony getup to a party dress.