Brand

Botanical Dye Designer

Rooted in Bali

Woven for the World

RIMMBA: Origins of the name

Sustainable Designer's Clothing in Bali

As a botanical dye fashion designer in Bali, Karunia chose the name "Rimba", meaning "deep forest" or "wild jungle" in Indonesian. The word evokes untamed beauty, hidden treasures and quiet wisdom. Drawn from a cherished childhood story, it inspired our founder, Karunia Fischer, to create RIMMBA — a brand that celebrates nature’s artistry, honors ancient traditions. Using only natural dyes, RIMMBA aims to weave a gentler, more sustainable future for fashion in Bali and worldwide.

In practice, this means:

• careful materials choices
• ethical partnerships
• craft-led production
• small, considered batches

A Journey of Discovery and Transformation

For Karunia, the rimba represents more than just a physical landscape; it's a metaphor for our inner journey of self-discovery and transformation. Not only does it hold the textures of memory, but it also invites mindful practice. Just as the jungle hides secrets waiting to be uncovered, RIMMBA invites you to explore the depths of your own intuition and embrace a more conscious way of living.

Bali Designer with Local Heritage

Regenerative clothing, reimagined

Our garments are a tangible expression of this journey. They are handcrafted by skilled Balinese artisans using time-honored techniques. Each piece carries the spirit of the island, the wisdom of generations past, and the care of many hands.

We use botanical dyes drawn from native plants because, when produced responsibly, natural dyes can be biodegradable and non-toxic. In doing so, we honour the healing power of nature and the vibrant colours of our homeland.

A commitment

to regenerative fashion

RIMMBA's commitment to ethical fashion reaches beyond beautiful garments. We are building a regenerative ecosystem that nourishes both people and the planet. From ethical sourcing and fair trade practices to careful waste reduction, we aim to create positive impact at every step. We also work with partners to support regenerative agriculture and local livelihoods, an approach that helps restore ecosystem health across textile supply chains.

Learn more about our sustainability approach on the Sustainable Fashion page.

Preparation of botanical dyes

Regenerative fashion practices in Bali

Join the RIMMBA movement

In Bali, RIMMBA is much more than just a brand and a label; it is an invitation to embrace a more conscious and compassionate way of living. We invite you to join us on this journey. Explore the rimba within, and connect with the spirit of nature. Celebrate the quiet beauty of sustainable handcrafted dresses.

When you wear RIMMBA, you're not just wearing a garment.

You wear the story of heritage, traditional crafts, and the transformative power of nature.

About the independent designer

Karunia Fischer

The botanical dye fashion designer in Bali.

As a Bali-born fashion designer and third-culture child with Swiss-American roots, Karunia embodies a vibrant cultural tapestry of heritage, traditional craft and devotion to the natural world. From her birthplace in the cultural village of Ubud, her journey took her to Rhode Island School of Design. She further her studies in the Netherlands before returning to her beloved home. In Bali, she discovered a deep love for creating vibrant natural hues from local native botanicals.

This calling gave birth to RIMMBA, a brand that embodies Karunia’s love for handcraft, fashion design, and environmental care. By weaving together the threads of Bali's rich cultural heritage with her modern design sensibilities, Karunia creates high quality garments that are imbued with natural beauty. Because she is an advocate for a regenerative economy, Karunia's vision extends beyond aesthetics. She has built RIMMBA into a social impact venture by partnering with local artisans and preserving heritage techniques.

Style in harmony with nature

As a conscious founder, visionary, and ethical designer, Karunia reimagines how garments are made in the fashion industry. Through RIMMBA she proves that style and sustainability can coexist in perfect harmony: bringing botanical dyes in the world of designer fashion in Bali.

Her entrepreneurial drive, boundless creativity, and unwavering passion are shaping a new narrative for the sustainable and regenerative fashion industry. Not only does she pursue beauty, but she also commits to protect nature, to support communities and to use resources wisely.

RIMMBA’s beautiful garments are not just a style statements. They are also Karunia’s tangible expressions of her commitment to protect nature, preserve heritage, use resources effectively, build prosperous communities, and restore planetary health for future generations.

Karunia accepts private commissions for made-to-order pieces. If you are interested, please visit our bespoke page to begin the process: Commission a custom silk design.

• Private fittings and consultations at the atelier
• Botanical dye options and colour guidance
• Made-to-order tailoring and careful finishing

OUR MISSION

Regenerative practices in Bali

RIMMBA’s mission is to show the beauty and potential of regenerative practice in fashion. We aim to build a movement that crosses borders and shifts how people think about clothing and production. In addition, we share our work openly so others can learn and adapt.

To explore our workshops and learn to dye with plants, join our Natural Dye Workshop.