DIANA COUTURE: Morning Dew

By FML

Diana Putri, the visionary behind Diana Couture, has long been recognized as a luminary in contemporary haute couture. Her designs exist at the intersection of technical mastery, refined structure, and expressive storytelling. With her latest collection, Morning Dew, presented by Adelle Jewellery, Putri demonstrates the transformative power of couture, turning fabric, light, and movement into a living narrative. The collection feels almost alchemical, where materials are animated, energy becomes tangible, and light emerges as a structural element.

Morning Dew captures the extravagant, festive energy of the season while remaining rooted in exacting craftsmanship. Sculpted corsetry forms the foundation of the collection, giving way to billowing trains that move with liquid fluidity. Feathered capes in deep royal blue and silver introduce a sense of weightless drama, while Swarovski embellishments and intricate hand embroidery are applied with meticulous intention. Each detail plays a deliberate role in the collection’s rhythm.

At the heart of the show are the fractal mirror gowns, commanding the runway with an almost architectural presence. These pieces reflect and manipulate light, transforming it into an active participant and turning the runway into a space where couture and environment interact seamlessly.

The concept behind Morning Dew is rooted in the idea of liquid as energy. Putri explores how energy moves, how it interacts with light, and how it exists beyond fixed form. The collection translates these intangible forces into tangible artistry. Garments flow with the body while maintaining their own authority, creating a dialogue between strength and fluidity, precision and expression.

The show featured Indonesian A-list figures including Mahalini Raharja, Saskia Chadwick, Hana Saraswati, Mikaila Patritz, Jolene Marie, Lea Ciarachel, and Dosma Hazenbosch. Their presence reinforced the collection’s focus on contemporary femininity, poise, and the quiet authority of movement. Each figure became part of the narrative, embodying the energy and refinement that define the collection.

Diana Putri’s atelier in Surabaya remains the heart of Diana Couture, where traditional techniques meet modern couture construction. Every piece is handcrafted with discipline and intention, reflecting a deep understanding of material, silhouette, and detail. Over the years, her designs have been embraced by some of the world’s most influential women. Among the notable names are; Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Janet Jackson, Paris Hilton, Carrie Underwood, Toni Braxton, Camila Cabello, Normani, Meghan Trainor, Saweetie, and even H.R.H Princess Kristine De-Bagration of Georgia.

Diana Couture has also made a defining mark in K-pop. Every member of BLACKPINK has worn Diana Putri’s designs in music videos, album jacket shoots, and global campaigns. These moments highlight the brand’s ability to merge international couture standards with visual storytelling that resonates across cultures. Her designs for BLACKPINK are noted for their balance of elegance, precision, and spectacle; instantly recognizable yet deeply crafted.

With Morning Dew, Diana Putri refines rather than reinvents. The collection is a study in control, energy, and movement. Each gown, embellishment, and reflective surface contributes to a broader narrative in which couture transcends clothing.

Morning Dew positions Diana Couture as a powerful voice for Indonesian artistry on the global stage. It affirms Putri’s belief that couture is not spectacle alone, but a language of empowerment, refinement, and presence.