A Semiotic Analysis Of Traditional Wedding Dress From East Java

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the simiotic aspects of a traditional wedding dress from East Java. The primary goal of this educational research is to examine the disparities in the significance of symbols in Javanese traditional dress worn by residents of Banyuwangi city. This research examines the variations between traditional tribal costumes in Indonesia, as they represent a sign of art for all ethnic groups there. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collected through observation and documentation. The findings of this study demonstrate that East Javanese culture is differentiated by the use of symbols as a medium or tool for passing down messages or advice from generation to generation. Traditional wedding costumes in East Java are also symbolic. Traditional East Javanese wedding dresses are known for their beauty and aesthetic appeal