2021年8月25日 · What is Phanek Innaphi? The phanek is a traditional garment worn by women of the Meitei community in the Indian state of Manipur. It is worn wrapped around the waist like a sarong, and is considered an item of daily clothing for older generations, but is typically only worn on special occasions by younger women.

2018年1月28日 · Phanek-Innaphi is the traditional dress of Manipuri women and is called Phanek (Sarong, or a wraparound skirt) and Innaphi (Shawl, or literally translates into wrap for the upper body). The phanek is the ethnic sarong worn by Manipuri women and is broadly of two types – the meitei phanek and the tribal phanek.

2024年9月25日 · Innaphi – Elegant Shawl for Women. Image – Source. The Innaphi is a beautiful, lightweight shawl traditionally worn by Manipuri women. It is draped over the shoulders or wrapped around the body. Made from cotton or silk, the Innaphi often features subtle motifs along its borders. This elegant shawl is an essential part of traditional attire.

2025年3月22日 · The Innaphi is a traditional shawl that complements the Phanek. It is draped gracefully over the shoulder and upper body, adding an extra layer of elegance to the outfit. Innaphi shawls are usually made from fine, handwoven cotton or silk, and they feature intricate embroidery or delicate motifs that showcase the weaver’s skill.

Inaphi, in short, is a cloth to wrap around your upper body, mostly like a shawl. Contrary to the traditional textiles with vivid colours and bold motifs, Manipuri weavers use soft pastel colours highlighting the shawl's serene appeal and maintaining …

2022年4月21日 · The phi (also known as the phee or the innaphi) is the upper shawl-like garment and phanek refers to the lower sarong-like skirt. The innaphi and the phanek are traditionally handwoven on backstrap looms, which can be found in almost every Meitei household.

A traditional Manipuri costume for women includes a shawl known as Innaphi, a wraparound cloth known as Phanek and a stiff skirt type clothing – Sarong. The Phanek is usually worn as a mini saree with a blouse and an upper cloth.

2023年5月20日 · The Manipuri Phanek, also known as ‘Phanek’ or ‘Innaphi,’ has been an integral part of Manipuri culture for centuries. Its roots can be traced back to ancient times when it was predominantly woven at home using locally sourced materials. This skirt symbolizes grace, femininity, and the rich cultural heritage of Manipur. Design and ...

Innaphi and Phanek are the Manipuri traditional dress for women in Manipur. All Manipuri women wore these costumes. Phanek is worn like a sarong. The Manipuri dress is woven with the hand in horizontal line designs. The people also weave special Phanek, those called Mayek Naibi.

2023年7月23日 · The two most iconic traditional garments worn by Manipuri ladies are the Innaphi and Phanek. The Innaphi is a thin, transparent shawl worn over the upper torso that frequently has elaborate needlework or ornamental designs.