Catherine Halim, better known as Cath Halim, is a multi-hyphenate based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Within a span of four years, Cath has built a reputation with her unique approach on the creative industry in Indonesia. Her innate flair of mixing unexpected pieces and distinctive feminine takes on masculine silhouettes has won her features in various media coverage such as WhoWhatWear and Vogue. Her eye for photography and natural editorial instinct has also caught the eye of brands such as Tiffany & Co., Chanel, Balenciaga, Uniqlo and Dior amongst others. Cath has joined these brands as brand collaborators and for event appearances amongst other activities.
In June 2017, Cath launched CATHHALIM.com as a platform to share her travel journals, light-hearted fashion and lifestyle commentaries and occasional musings. The website provides a platform dedicated to avid life enthusiasts who are seeking for a non-typical yet well-curated guide on lifestyle, travel, fashion, and technology.
Cath co-founded KISAKU, a lifestyle retail brand serving third wave coffee, in September 2019. As of October 2020, KISAKU is now available in 3 main locations in Jakarta, Indonesia. Bringing her previous experience in banking, health, technology and retail sectors, Cath is an advocate of gender equality particularly through empowering women to take on more leadership roles. She is active in sharing her experience with mental health, and eating disorders especially amongst women.