From Code to Kebaya: Implementation of Scratch Dress Up Game to Exploration of Traditional Clothing Trends
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https://doi.org/10.53797/ajvah.v7i1.2.2026Keywords:
Modern kebaya, fashion design, gamification, sustainability, cultural heritageAbstract
This study explores the fusion of cultural heritage and modern innovation in contemporary kebaya design, focusing on the exploration of design trends, materials, and silhouettes. Kebaya, as a traditional Indonesian dress, has transformed into a dynamic fashion statement, integrated into modern lifestyles while maintaining its essence. Designers today are faced with the challenge of creating works that are not only visually appealing, but also have a depth of cultural meaning and adopt sustainable practices. This phenomenon raises the question of how the identity of the kebaya is maintained while being adapted through contemporary silhouettes, innovative materials, and modern details, extending to the realm of interactive media such as game development. Scratch-based game development plays a central role in this context, simplifying complex programming into intuitive blocks. This approach overcomes students' difficulties in translating abstract concepts into concrete designs. Through Scratch's drag-and-drop interface and instant preview, students can manipulate the kebaya in real-time, deepening their understanding of style transformations and combinations. This study aims to develop the process of exploring kebaya trends, identifying natural materials, and analyzing the aesthetic results and uniqueness of kebaya trends. The findings confirm the potential of visual programming as a bridge between design theory and creative practice, strengthening the understanding of the aesthetics and functionality of modern kebaya.
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