Potloi (costume)
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Potloi wearers performing a cultural dance at Rashtrapati Bhawan
Meitei language film actresses, Bala Hijam (left/behind), Kamala Saikhom (middle) and Soma Laishram (right/front) in different Meitei Hindu bridal costumes, like "Potloi" and ornamental skirt
Potloi or Polloi (literally, "final product" or "end product") is a cylindrical skirt made up of thick fabric that is ornamented with sequins and mirrors.[1] It is usually used by the Meitei Hindu brides in Meitei wedding and the dancers in the Manipuri Rasa Leela dance.[2][3][4][5][6] Notably, it is not used by the brides in traditional (Sanamahist) Meitei wedding.[3]
Interestingly, Radha and Chandrabali wear green potloi and red blouse whereas the Gopis wear red potloi and green blouse in the Manipuri dance.
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References
- ↑ Bhandari, Vandana; Kashyap, Ruby (1999). Celebrating Dreams: Weddings in India. ISBN 9788172340308.
- ↑ Thilakavathy, M.; Maya, R. K. (5 June 2019). "Facets of Contemporary History".
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Family in Manipur". 1994.
- ↑ Lisam, Khomdan Singh (2011). Encyclopaedia of Manipur (3 Vol.). ISBN 9788178358642.
- ↑ Devi, Jamini (2010). Cultural History of Manipur: Sija Laioibi and the Maharas. ISBN 9788183243421.
- ↑ "Indian Literature". 2007.
