This Saturday, we will be pausing to honor Nyepi, Bali’s sacred Day of Silence. Rooted in Balinese Hinduism, Nyepi is a day of deep reflection and renewal—a time to turn inward, free from the distractions of daily life.

On this day, the entire island will come to a complete standstill: no travel, no work, no entertainment. Even the usually bustling streets remain empty, allowing nature to breathe. But the night before, the atmosphere will be anything but silent. Loud and lively Ogoh-Ogoh parades take over the streets, featuring towering, hand-crafted statues of demons, symbolizing the battle between good and evil. As midnight strikes, the energy shifts—the chaos gives way to calm, marking the start of a new year cycle.

Amati Geni :: No Fire
At sunrise, all fires are extinguished and all lights (and electricity) are turned off to conserve energy and to symbolize the control of desires. Fire is closely connected to the energy of productivity, and on this day can give ourselves permission to rest fully.

Amati Karya :: No Work
Refrain from engaging in any form of labor to create space for spiritual introspection and meditation. By detaching from material pursuits for the day, we can see that sometimes we actually accomplish more by doing less.

Amati Lelanguan :: No Leisure 
Leisurely activities such as eating and entertainment are suspended to encourage individuals to turn inward. In a world that keeps us constantly distracted, returning back to simplicity can be a good reminder that we already have everything we need.

Amati Lelungan :: No Travel
Movement outside of the home is restricted to create a sense of stillness and quiet across the island. When we resist the urge to go somewhere else, we get to appreciate the present moment exactly as it is.

We feel privileged and humbled to create on this special island — collaborating with its people and embracing its cultural heritage is deeply important to us. Whenever you wear one of our pieces, we hope you can feel the journey behind it — from the thoughtful intention to the craftsmanship that honors this land and its traditions. As Nyepi approaches, we hope these traditions may inspire you to make some space for stillness too.


With love,

Indigo Luna xx