National Handloom Day 2021: Beautiful traditional dresses of the 7 sisters

The Northeastern states of India are not only known for their mesmerising scenic beauty but also for their culture and ethnicity.

Updated on: Aug 07, 2021 5:32 PM IST

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From the Misings, Angamis and Mishmis to the Khasis, Maras and Aimols, the land is home to approximately 175 different tribes. Here are the traditional attires of the seven sisters. (Instagram/@rondeep/@carolinesangtam136)

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Arunachal Pradesh: The people of this north east state wear vibrant coloured shawls, wraps and skirts that have unique patterns reflecting their culture. (Instagram/@northeast_street_fashion)

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Mizoram: Mizo women wrap a piece of cloth called 'Puan' like a skirt. They also take a traditional shawl, 'Puanchei' which is worn by both men and women. (Instagram/@_chhuantei_)

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Manipur: Manipuri women wear a wrap-around skirt called 'Phanek' or a stiff skirt, 'Sarong.' Other traditional dresses worn by Manipuris are ‘Lmaphie’, ‘Saijounba’, ‘Ningthoupee’ and ‘Phiranji’. (Instagram/@robertnaoremstudio)

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Tripura: The women of Tripura wear two-piece clothing called 'Rinai' and 'Risa.' While the former is wrapped around the waist, the latter is worn on the upper part of the body. (Instagram/@tiprasa.people)

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Assam: This Indian state is known for their Muga and Pat silk sarees and Mekhla Chadors. Different tribes of Assam have their own unique way of draping the Mekhla Chador. (Instagram/@rondeep)

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Nagaland: The Naga shawl has gained popularity all over India. Naga women dress in traditional wrap around skirts which are different from one tribe to another and are known by different names. (Instagram/@carolinesangtam136)

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Meghalaya: The Khasis wear Jainsem, Garo's drape an unstitched garment called 'Dakmanda' and 'Dakshari' while the people of Jaintia hills wear a sarong called ‘Thoh Khyrwang.’ (Instagram/@that_karbi_girl)