A traditional waist belt is an elegant accessory of great significance to the Abor tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. Circular, with perfect craftsmanship, this belt is made of woven strips of cane and denotes the tribe's skill in natural fiber weaving. Flat and thin in design, it is useful practically and ornamental.
Orchid skin, a natural material harvested from local orchids, is what makes this belt beautiful. Great effort has gone into applying orchid skin to enhance the overall style of the product. This decorative part has added meaning to the product: in tribal culture, orchid skin is often symbolically linked to purity, rarity, and the bond with nature. The belt is worn during traditional ceremonies and festive occasions, sometimes also being worn daily, thereby indicating that the Abor people combine utility with ornamentation. This also shows their deep connection to the forest environment in which they sustainably draw resources like cane and orchids for craft.