What may appear simple at first glance reveals layers of depth at a closer look: BIASA is a unique combination of ‘extraordinary simplicity’.
Inspired by Indonesian tradition and ancestry, Balinese community and spirituality and many forms of artistic expression yielded through fashion and art, Susanna shares her vision of 'extraordinary simplicity' with those who seek it.
Born into a family of couturiers, Susanna Perini’s innate approach to design and the arts was inherent at a young age. The early years of her career saw her playing an active role in her mother’s boutique, while studying anthropology and working as a fashion photographer in her native Italy. It was a shoot for Donna that first brought Susanna to Bali in 1987, a trip that deeply impacted her journey as she instantly decided to make the island her home.
Over two decades later, Susanna remains at the helm of our brand, with the same spirit and philosophy with which we were founded. Her life’s work in fashion and contemporary art teamed with her Italian sensibilities and longstanding support for Indonesian culture has helped promote the country she now calls home to an international audience. She actively supports local artisans, traditional crafts, sponsors Indonesian artists on international residencies and remains an active support to many charities across Indonesia. Susanna received a “Knighthood of the Order of Merit” from the President of the Republic of Italy in 2017 in honour of her continuous support of Indonesian arts throughout her career.
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