Themes
tribal clothing and textiles
Traditional textiles of Mising Tribe , assam
Ridi marks a very traditional wrapper that Mising women wear during festivals and dances. It is made of bright red, black and white stripes, and those colors symbolize cultural pride and heritage. This traditional dress finds importance on festive occasions. It is such an artistic tradition for the Mising community itself. Ridi is used as a traditional wrapping by worn elegantly by Mising women in major events. Bold designs and a good weave signify accusations against cultural heritage. Many you see it draped around the body because it underlines very excellent craftsmanship heritage and artistic legacy from the Mising tribe.
The Ridi design is characterized by thick red, black, and white bands that appear quite striking. These bands have excellent weaving precision and create a flow rhythm that enhances the beauty of the fabric. These colors are vivid representations of Mising cultural aesthetics and their rich heritage in textiles. For the most part, the Ridi is worn by Misings during celebrations and traditional dances. The fabric looks beautifully striped, showing that it is a very important item for the Mising festival. It is a form of joy, strength, and purity in the expressiveness of colors by a culture like the Mising. The Miri Zime is a one-of-a-kind cotton rug that the Mising tribe uses in cooler temperatures. This artisanal carpet has a looped face with a smooth back; it has no dyes, thus reflecting the natural color of cotton. The fringes on one side lend a rustic, handcrafted appeal.
