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AQUA Reflections launch limitededition bottles, designed by Rinadly Yunardi, that combine its approach to nature and the artist’s expertise
During the festive season last year, AQUA Reflections launched its 2019 Limited Edition designed by Indonesian couture accessories designer Rinaldy Yunardi. The bottles are now available for partner restaurants and hotels in two colours: the still water is adorned in red with the sparkling water in green, and both are available in two sizes at 380ml and 750ml.
For this collaboration, Reflections selected Rinaldy Yunardi as an appreciation towards the Indonesia’s talent who uplifts Indonesia’s fashion standard. He started his career in 1996, designing wedding tiaras before expanding to jewellery, millinery, and artistic lighting. Rinaldy was appointed as a member of the Asian Couture Federation as the only Accessories Designer in 2015 and has since cemented his brand on the international fashion scene with a list of clients that ranges from Indonesian celebrities to Hollywood A-listers.
Inspired by the origin story of Reflections’ single-sourced water from Mount Salak, Reflections Limited Edition 2019 represents the goodness of nature crowned by the Rinaldy’s design in which the crown symbolises the origin of his craftsmanship. This collaboration blends Reflections’ story and Rinaldy’s Art Nouveau design approach.
“Water is the source of life, and it holds a great significant meaning in human life,” Rinaldy said. “Meanwhile, the tiara represents me and my art since I started out designing tiaras.
I envision Reflections as a reflection of myself and I want these two elements—the finest mineral water that is imperative to human life and the tiara as an important part of my life—married together. This is my finest artwork, my best pursuits, and how I elevate my work, giving this collaboration a deeper meaning.
An exhibition depicting the idea of excellence and the purity of Reflections, as well as the collaboration with Rinaldy, was also held for a week at Plaza Indonesia. Working together with designer Felix Tjahyadi, the exhibit showcased the story of Reflections from its origin to its expertise of “Select, Protect, Preserve, and Present”. Taking water as the essence of the concept and combining Rinaldy’s design elements together in a festive ambience, as a result, a visual splendour of the finest reflections was created through a combined narrative and interactive space.