Ended on a high with host of top weavers and designers
THE SIXTH EDITION of North East India Fashion Week - The Artisans Movement ended on a high with host of top weavers and designers all set to showcase their creations at the finale day on November 21.
The fashion week, which began at the Koro Happa River Island in Jollang, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh on November 18, showcased more than 30 designers and weavers from all across Northeast India, designer and CEO Yana Ngoba Chakpu informed. The fashion extravaganza is being organized by One Arunachal, a registered NGO dedicated towards raising awareness and preserving the traditional and cultural oneness of Arunachal Pradesh.
On November 21 top designers presenting their creations include Angie Ngoba Namchoom, Yajir Mara, Bezai Jaboju, Jibom Roley, Konyak weaver Angap, Siang Yangda Waii, Yana In Style and Joram Nampi.
Yana Ngoba’s flagship event, North East India Fashion Week – The Artisans Movement aims to systematically conduct a series of pilot studies towards improving the prospects for inclusion, empowerment, and quality of life of artisans and weavers in northeast India. The event will commemorate the movement & showcase the talents of artisans from northeast India. More than 30 designers and weavers will participate in the 3-day fashion event.
Speaking about the sixth edition of North East India Fashion Week, Chairman One Arunachal Joram Tat said, “Through North East India Fashion Week- The Artisans Movement, we strive to identify artisan role models, boost self-esteem within the artisan community, advocate for their skills, and offer a platform to showcase their unique talents. With the valuable support of our NGO, we are committed to training and promoting the weavers and designers from the region through ongoing skill development and capacity building. This endeavor aims to enhance employability, secure better livelihoods, dignify labor, and establish a brand presence with global market connections.”
Itanagar
November 21 2023