Manipuri dance form is a traditional dance form of Manipur that originated during the reign of King Bhagya Chandra (1763-1798). The costume of the dance was also designed by the King himself. It is said that the king had a dream that helped him develop the costume of Manipuri dance.
The costumes of Manipur are bright in colours and beautifully ornated with embroidery. The Manipuri dance has its root in legend and mythology. The dance is based on Krishna leela and Raas leela themes. Where the Radha wears a Green coloured skirt and the other gopis wear red coloured skirts as a distinguishing mark. The male attire is always in orange and saffron colour. So the Krishna wears saffron coloured dress.
Potlei is the name given to the Raas costume of Sri Radhika and the Gopis, The main components of the Manipuri dance costumes are as follows:
Head Accessories
Female Upper Garment
Female Lower Garment
Male Lower Garment
Foot Accessory.
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