Sejoli Sejauh: Dara & Aldy

Dara Effendi and Aldy Rizaldy first met at their office in Wisma BNI Jakarta. Their desks faced each other, so casual eye contact soon turned into friendly chats. What started as simple conversations blossomed into a meaningful connection over nearly four years, leading them to get married in December.

Their “first date” was an unplanned evening walk from Sudirman to Setiabudi One, filled with small discoveries and shared laughter. They realized that enjoying spontaneous moments together could be a recipe for lasting fun. To celebrate their engagement, they chose Sejauh Mata Memandang’s Ombak Laut Blue collection, admiring the brand’s thoughtful approach to making clothes that last. Dara especially loves how each piece is easy to pair with different outfits, so it doesn’t go out of style quickly.

Dara and Aldy collect a few matching items, like shoes and woven bracelets, but their shared goal goes beyond accessories. They’re mindful about how the fashion industry can impact the world. Aldy’s background sparked his interest in thrifting as a way to reduce waste, while Dara learned more about these ideas at a Sejauh Mata Memandang exhibition. Both hope that everyday choices—like picking clothes carefully and reusing items—can make a difference. “Keep having fun together,” they say, believing that finding joy in small steps encourages everyone around them to do a little better each day.