Fashion Extravaganza
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 11 2014 :
The 2nd edition of Manipur Fashion Extravaganza presented by Manipuri fashion designer Robert Naorem was held today at 1st Manipur Rifles Parade Ground this evening with Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam gracing the event as the chief guest.
stating that the manipur event is one of the grandest fashion extravaganzas in the North East region, Robert said with fashion industry becoming one of the fastest growing sectors time has come for the fashion enthusiasts of the State to explore the vast opportunity in the sector.
With Manipur being home to various ethnic communities each having own culture and traditional attires there is tremendous scope for growth of fashion industry in the State as traditional motifs could be transformed into globally attractive designs with slight modification, observed the designer.
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Conceding that Manipur too should join the fashion industry race along with hailing Robert Naorem for his focus and determination to his profession of choice, Deputy CM Gaikhangam said what one aspires could be achieved through hard work and steely resolve.
Industries Minister Govindas Konthoujam, who was the functional president, exuded confidence that through Robert's effort and creativity global fashion aficionados would appreciate attires of different ethnic communities of Manipur.
Models from Indian metropolitan cities and Bhutan along with Manipuri models showcased Robert's creations during the event, which PHE Minister I Hemochandra graced as the guest of honour.