IT News
Milan (Italy), Feb 26:
Amidst the ongoing challenges in Manipur, renowned fashion designer and handloom entrepreneur Robert Naorem continues to champion the region’s rich textile heritage on the global stage. Invited to the fashion capital of the world, Italy, Naorem represented India at an exclusive international fashion show Organized and produced by ETv Italy at Melia Hotel, Milan, Italy featuring ten designers from ten different countries.
Naorem’s latest collection, titled “Manipur,” is a tribute to the cultural and artistic brilliance of his home state Manipur,, incorporating the state emblem, indigenous animals, flowers, birds, and traditional scripts—all signature elements of RN Designs.
His vision for reviving handloom and promoting sustainable fashion is at the heart of this collection, which showcases the versatility of Manipur’s woven silks, enhanced with intricate hand embroidery to cater to the international market.
The collection seamlessly blends tradition with contemporary aesthetics, featuring original traditional attire, Indian Sarees, and Western silhouettes, all crafted from the exquisite weaves of Manipur in the elegant colour palette of black, cream, and ivory .
Adding to the grandeur of the event, Manipur artist Suchitra Wangkhem walked the runway along with 15 models to the soulful music of Mangka, further amplifying the deep-rooted cultural essence of Manipur’s heritage.
Naorem’s participation in this prestigious event serves as a beacon of hope and resilience, bringing much-needed visibility to Manipur’s textile sector during these difficult times.
