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Fashion · Imphal, MN

Khumanthem Atelier

Sustainable fashion from Manipuri handloom.

Founded by Richana Khumanthem

Snapshot

Founded
2014
Headquarters
Imphal, MN
Industry
Fashion
Business model
D2C
Funding stage
Bootstrapped
Markets
India
Last updated
7 July 2026

About Khumanthem Atelier

Khumanthem Atelier makes sustainable clothing from handwoven Manipuri textiles, natural fibres and ancestral techniques. Designer Richana Khumanthem founded the Imphal label in 2014 and has taken North East textiles to national and international platforms.

Founder

Richana Khumanthem

Woman Founder

Ideal customers

Consumers (D2C)

Typical customer segments for a fashion company.

Website, social

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Frequently asked questions

What does Khumanthem Atelier do?
Khumanthem Atelier makes sustainable clothing from handwoven Manipuri textiles, natural fibres and ancestral techniques. Designer Richana Khumanthem founded the Imphal label in 2014 and has taken North East textiles to national and international platforms.
Who founded Khumanthem Atelier?
Khumanthem Atelier was founded by Richana Khumanthem.
Where is Khumanthem Atelier headquartered?
Khumanthem Atelier is headquartered in Imphal, MN, India.
Is Khumanthem Atelier funded?
Khumanthem Atelier is bootstrapped — self-funded rather than venture-backed.
When was Khumanthem Atelier founded?
Khumanthem Atelier was founded in 2014.