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GUWAHATI: Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela has become the first Bollywood celebrity and fashion show to wear a traditional Manipur wedding dress at the Global Fashion Festival 2024.
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Called ‘Potloi’, this stunning ensemble is crafted from 24K gold and designed by celebrated Manipuri designer Robert Nauram. The ‘potloi’ is an iconic piece of Meitei Manipuri bridal wear, with its drum-shaped cylindrical skirt setting it apart from other Indian bridal wear.
The skirt is made of thick fibers and bamboo, covered in satin, and intricately decorated with sequins, mirrors and elaborate thread work. The skirt is secured with a decorative belt, additionally complemented by a transparent scarf that wraps around the bride’s body.
Traditionally, Manipuri brides wear a green shirt paired with a white scarf. However, Urvashi’s signature look featured a rich red monochrome outfit with heavy gold embroidery, which made the outfit even more eye-catching. The ‘Kokgee Leiteng’, a luxurious, tiered headdress, completed her outfit, along with layered gold necklaces.
The traditional Manipuri bridal ensemble is deeply rooted in the region’s cultural heritage, and Urvashi’s showcase was a proud moment for Manipuri fashion. This is the first time a Bollywood celebrity has donned the intricate Manipuri ‘Putloi’ bride, shining a spotlight on Manipuri fashion in the global fashion scene.
Known for promoting North Eastern fashion, Nauram has previously worked with celebrities such as Sushmita Sen, Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu and Lara Dutta, showcasing traditional Manipuri wear such as ‘Infi’ and ‘Punk’.
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