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Fashion · Dimapur, NL

Tribal Weave

Reviving Naga weaving with women artisans.

Founded by Sentila Yanger

Snapshot

Founded
1994
Headquarters
Dimapur, NL
Industry
Fashion
Business model
D2C
Funding stage
Bootstrapped
Markets
India
Last updated
7 July 2026

About Tribal Weave

Tribal Weave, set up by craft revivalist Sentila Yanger in 1994, works with Naga women artisans to keep traditional weaving and dyeing alive and to market it. Yanger’s work in the craft has earned her wide recognition.

Founder

Sentila Yanger

Woman Founder

Ideal customers

Consumers (D2C)

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Frequently asked questions

What does Tribal Weave do?
Tribal Weave, set up by craft revivalist Sentila Yanger in 1994, works with Naga women artisans to keep traditional weaving and dyeing alive and to market it. Yanger’s work in the craft has earned her wide recognition.
Who founded Tribal Weave?
Tribal Weave was founded by Sentila Yanger.
Where is Tribal Weave headquartered?
Tribal Weave is headquartered in Dimapur, NL, India.
Is Tribal Weave funded?
Tribal Weave is bootstrapped — self-funded rather than venture-backed.
When was Tribal Weave founded?
Tribal Weave was founded in 1994.