The Cotton Tangoli is a unique piece of traditional attire for the Mikir tribe. White cotton cloth is used for its making, characterized by woven lines at regular intervals giving the whole design a sober yet aesthetic feel. The woven patterns serve to beautify the tangoli and represent the tribe's centuries-old tradition in textiles. Both ends of the cotton fringes serve as decorative elements that also testify to the work that went into producing it. The color white in the native parlance stands for purity and is seconded in Mikir society.
Mostly worn by the Mikir, the tangoli is put on for every ceremony and daily activity, symbolizing its wearer's connection to the tribe's cultural identity. It is a combination of utility and beauty that conveys ideas and values of the tribe about tradition, craftsmanship, and community.