Robert Naorem Explained
Robert Naorem is an Indian fashion entrepreneur, designer and makeup artist from Manipur, India. He is known for his contribution towards the handloom and textile of Manipur.[1] [2]
Early life and education
Robert Naorem was born on 15 May 1986 to Naorem Dijamani Singh and Th. Rekha Devi at Wangjing Awang Leikai Thoubal District Manipur. After completing his schooling at Don Bosco School, Chingmeirong, Robert left for Bangalore to join Surana College. In Bangalore, he met people from fashion industry and he had his first exposure to the world of fashion. Although Robert pursued further studies, gaining an MPhil degree in Clinical Psychology later he opt for the career line of makeup artist cum fashion designer.[3]
Early career
Lack of support from his family Robert not able to gain any formal training in makeup and designing, however, he practices makeup and designing in a small salon in Bangalore.
Career
Makeup artist
In 2011 Robert got an opportunity as a Makeup Director of Blenders Pride Bangalore fashion week. After that he has worked with Bollywood celebrities, fashion, sportsperson and celebrity makeup partner of Femina Miss India.[4] [5]
Career as a designer
Robert's debut show was the launch of a Tata motors car in the Taj hotel, Bangalore. His designs contribution improves the heritage of Manipur's fashion.[6]
Fusion work on Manipuri traditional handloom clothing
Robert stay in touch with his hometown which has enabled him to bring back the Manipuri ethnic weaves into fashion. Robert's national and international fashion shows are booming for exhibiting fusion work on traditional Manipuri outfits.[7]
Achievements
- Manipur Fashion Extravaganza at Hotel Imphal, Imphal on 6 January 2013. The model turned choreographer, Achla Sachdev was looking glorious in the traditional bridal outfit, designed by Robert.[8]
- Organized Third Manipur Fashion Extravaganza in 2015 in Manipur.[9]
- Organized Kanglei Fashion Extravaganza in September 2015 in the capital city of Karnataka, Bangalore.[10]
- Showcased "Weaving the designs" in New Delhi in December 2015 in celebrating the northeast Fashion show.[11]
- Manipur Fashion Extravaganza on 11 January 2014, at the 1st Manipur Rifles Ground, Imphal.[12]
- The India Fashion Week held in London,[13] Olympia in November 2017.[14]
- Organized NINGTHAM CHAREI 2017 at Imphal Hotel, Imphal, Manipur.[15] [16]
- Showcased the collections at Milan Style Walk organized by Europe Indian Fashion Council in June 2017.[17]
Awards
- International iconic award on 15 October 2017 (Handloom & textile of India) by Gold Tower group & foundation.[18]
- Robert honoured with Global Warming Award in May 2014 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
- Earned "the most inspirational designer of 2017" award for showcasing his collections at India Fashion Week London.[19]
- Best international designer India, at international fashion week Milan, Italy 2019
Notes and References
- Web site: Robert Naorem Journey of the man behind the scene - E-rang :: E-pao Movie Channel. e-pao.org.
- Web site: Robert Naorem's academy on Sep 24 - The Sangai Express. thesangaiexpress.com. 14 September 2016 . 23 May 2018.
- Web site: Robert Naorem's untold story: The melancholy of a young Fashion Designer . manipurtimes . 19 January 2014 . 20 December 2017 . Naorem Nishikanta Singh.
- Web site: Hair and Beauty Trends At Blender's Pride Bangalore Fashion Week'14 . 2 May 2014 . 8 February 2018.
- Web site: Designer Robert Naorem's larger than life canvas . . 2 February 2012 . 9 February 2018 . L ROMAL M SINGH.
- News: Renowned designer hopes to revive traditional fashion through studio in Imphal . . 1 October 2016 . 9 March 2018.
- Web site: Close up with Robert Naorem . thesangaiexpress . 29 September 2016 . 20 December 2017.
- Web site: Robert Naorem the man behind "Manipur Fashion Extravaganza, 2013" - Manipur Times. Manipur. Times. manipurtimes.com.
- Web site: Top models to feature in Manipur fashion fiesta. https://web.archive.org/web/20150708202428/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1150302/jsp/northeast/story_6354.jsp. dead. 8 July 2015.
- Web site: Manipuri Designer Enthralls Bengaluru with Fashion Show. 21 September 2015.
- Web site: 'Celebrating the North East' show in Delhi showcases Manipur designer Robert Naorem's designs. 8 December 2015.
- Web site: Manipur Fashion Extravaganza hosted by Robert Naorem. womanspanorama. womanspanorama.com.
- Web site: Manipur Fashion Designer displays his creation in London. 14 November 2017. 9 March 2018. www.time8.in.
- Web site: Robert Naorem at the India Fashion Week held at London, Olympia. - KanglaOnline. kanglaonline.com.
- Web site: Robert Naorem strikes back with a grand fashion parade "Ningtham Charei — keeping the tradition alive" at Imphal Hotel lawn participated by Noyonita Lodh, Miss India 2014, Bollywood actors Bruna Abdulla and Abrar Zahoor with five models of Lakme and six models each from Mumbai and Manipur. • Pothashang. 9 September 2017.
- Web site: Ningtham Charei – Keeping the Tradition Alive on September 9, 2017 | Manipur Times.
- Web site: Robert Naorem's collections at Milan Style Walk | Manipur Times.
- Web site: Here is our International Iconic Awards-2017 Best Designer Award (For Handlooms and Textiles) Winner Mr. Robert Naorem...!!!pic.twitter.com/BoOp4v6xyL. IIFA2017.
- Web site: Style is the Man: time to take a bow, Robert.