Cotton fabric, in use among the Cheroo Kuki tribe, bears the imprint of traditional textile artistry and cultural identity. This coarse off-white type of cotton cloth constitutes one-half of the tribe's attire, especially in ceremonial and day-to-day usages.The fabrics are ornamented with woven rhomboidal designs in three rows on either end. Two rows are woven in browns, while the middle row boasts intricate patterns in black thread. The result of these contrasting color combinations generates a depth and vibrancy against the neutral hue, which is further offset by its contrasting presence. The Cheroo Kuki tribespeople have a deep attachment to rhomboid patterns, symbolic of their discrimination and very ancient tradition of geometrics in textile culture.
Besides the three rows of designs, the textile is embellishing with white cotton thread plaited designs, attached to either end of the fabric. Besides providing texture, this also enhances the decorative effect of the cloth. Furthermore, the fringes on both ends of the cotton thread accentuate the handwork that has gone into the making of this cloth resourcefully, giving it a fringed aesthetic typical of tribal attire. Traditionally, the fabric is worn by both male and female members of the Cheroo Kuki tribe during festivals, rites, and cultural events. The complex designs are said to signify harmony and respect for nature, their work, and preservation of heritage by the tribe.