Aceh Unique Souvenir Design

Abstract

Special Region of Aceh as one of the westernmost regions in Indonesia has a very unique and rich cultural wealth. As an area which is the entrance of trade from the west, Acehnese culture acculturated with cultures from other countries such as Arabic, India and Malay. These cultural products are fragmented and form their own uniqueness that is developed according to customs, beliefs of the regions in Aceh. Examples such as Gayo, Leung Bata, Aceh Tamiang and others. The results of the acculturation shape the uniqueness of each region in Aceh from traditional clothing that is different from the shape, color and accessories. At the end of 2014, where Aceh experienced a tsunami that devastated Aceh. The disaster resulted in much of the infra-structure in Aceh being destroyed and lost. Cultural products, relics were destroyed by the tsunami. Over time Aceh reor-ganized itself, Aceh tried to rise, especially in terms of the economy. Designing unique accessories for Aceh certainly has its own challenges because Aceh is divided into regions that have his-torically shaped their specific characteristics. In this case, of course one must find a common thread that will connect between regions in Aceh so that the accessories that will be designed at least can be enough to be one of the unique accessories of Aceh. In addition to being able to re-identify one of Aceh's unique cultures, it can also help Aceh to revive its economy again. Key words: Souvenir, Aceh, Identity, Econom