Nikicio
Nikicio is an Indonesian contemporary fashion label founded in Jakarta by designer Nina Karina Nikicio around 2007. It makes classic, menswear-inspired clothing designed to last beyond seasonal trends.
| Founded | c. 2007 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Nina Karina Nikicio |
| Base | Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Style | Menswear-inspired, timeless |
| Website | nikicio.com |
What is Nikicio?
Nikicio is a Jakarta-based fashion label founded by Indonesian designer Nina Karina Nikicio. It is known for clean, classic clothing that borrows from menswear and is intended to remain wearable beyond trends and seasons.
History
Nina Karina Nikicio graduated from La Salle College International in Jakarta and began her career in Singapore, working under designer Jonathan Seow on the Studio Prive project. She launched Nikicio in Jakarta around 2007. In its early years the label presented its collections as look books online rather than through runway shows.
Products and positioning
The label's early collections featured loose shirt dresses, tailored blazers, trench coats, high-waisted shorts and oxford shoes, drawing on men's wardrobes for a relaxed, androgynous look. The designer has described her aim as creating timeless pieces.
- Menswear-inspired womenswear
- Tailored blazers and trench coats
- A timeless, trend-resistant aesthetic
Distribution
Early on, Nikicio was sold through a boutique in Kemang, Jakarta, and attracted buyers in Jakarta, London and New York.
Why it matters
Nikicio is part of a generation of Indonesian designer labels that built an audience through a distinctive aesthetic and online presence before scaling physical retail.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Nikicio?
Nikicio was founded by Indonesian designer Nina Karina Nikicio, a graduate of La Salle College International in Jakarta.
What does Nikicio sell?
Nikicio sells classic, menswear-inspired clothing such as shirt dresses, tailored blazers and trench coats.