Burgo Alumni The Rizkianto Dresses Erin Lim Rhodes for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards
Erin Lin Rhodes in Burgo Alumni The Rizkianto dress
When Erin Lim Rhodes stepped onto the Grammy Awards red carpet, she showcased the extraordinary talent of Burgo Indonesia alumnus The Rizkianto—and the timeless beauty of Indonesian craftsmanship.
A Grammy Moment Rooted in Indonesian Heritage
The stunning demi-couture corset dress, created in collaboration with Cita Tenun Indonesia, featured a bespoke one-of-a-kind gold thread polka dot motif in Tenun Garut textile. This handcrafted masterpiece represents exactly what Burgo Indonesia cultivates: designers who honor Indonesian heritage while competing on the world stage.
Craftsmanship Meets Couture
The champagne-gold threads were sourced specifically for The Rizkianto's vision. In Garut, skilled artisans used the traditional Sulam technique to hand-craft each circular pattern from scratch, creating an unprecedented smoothness in Tenun Sulam design.
This level of detail—where modern design meets centuries-old technique—exemplifies what Burgo Indonesia teaches our students to champion.
Tenun Garut Textile
The Casa Collection: Two Homes United
This Grammy dress is part of Casa, a deeply personal 12-look collection that bridges The Rizkianto's two homes: Indonesia and Italy. The collection unites indigenous Indonesian artisanal textiles with exquisite European tailoring and his signature Milanese monochrome aesthetic, all featuring the unique gold-thread Tenun polka dot motif.
Why This Matters for Indonesian Fashion
This Grammy moment proves that Indonesian designers, equipped with proper training and commitment to heritage, can create looks that rival any international fashion house. When global audiences see Tenun Garut on music's biggest stage, they witness Indonesian textile innovation competing at the highest level.
The Burgo Indonesia Difference
The Rizkianto's journey—from Burgo Indonesia student to dressing celebrities at the Grammy Awards—demonstrates our unique approach:
Heritage-forward design that views Indonesian textiles as distinctive advantages
Technical excellence combining traditional craftsmanship with international standards
Global perspective preparing students for international success
Artisan collaboration teaching respectful partnerships with traditional craftspeople
From Classroom to Red Carpet
Every Burgo Indonesia graduate carries our commitment to elevating Indonesian fashion globally. The Rizkianto's Grammy appearance represents the patience, precision, and cultural knowledge we cultivate in our programs—proof that Indonesian fashion education produces designers who lead, not just participate.
