BEING ON TRACK

Finding stylish men in Jakarta isn’t hard, as style references from all around the globe are readily available. Local designers, however, still face an uphill battle trying to balance what the market wants and their own idealistic visions. Amot Syamsuri Muda is one designer who has been blessed with the chance to do just that, with his eponymous brand—AMOTSYAMSURIMUDA—becoming one of the most sought-after menswear brands in the local fashion scene.

DAMAN: Hi Amot, it’s really nice to finally have the chance to sit down with you. So, let’s start from the beginning. Have you always wanted to become a fashion designer?

I’m not sure, but I always knew that I was headed towards the world of fashion, design or art. I knew my chosen path since I was in junior high school, because I have never been good in other subjects like math. I was so lazy. I think the way I was brought