Well, cultural and very specific in attire is another name for the Khampti, a native tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, which is located in the northeastern part of India. One of these attires that Khampti women value dearly is a black cotton jacket, which is a fine blend of utility and elegance. It is a long-sleeved black jacket made of soft but resilient cotton fabric that is weighty enough to bring warmth in the cold climate but light enough to wear on a hot day. Just simple but very fine design is comfort and being straightforwardly formal enough to help it pass for evening attire or garment. Strength, perfect balance between resilience and earthy connection of the Khamptis with their environment, is allegorical in black hues.
The front side of the jacket opens up with the closure of two buttons-they're white in color, which has a practical and ornamental effect. The black fabric accentuates the overall effect of the jacket with these buttons and adds just the right touch of understated elegance. The white buttons in Khampti culture can also symbolize purity or a feature of balance. Generally, women of the Khampti tribe wear the black cotton jacket as part of their traditional outfit after work, cultural events, and festivals. Simple and multipurpose, this jacket allows women to assert their cultural identity while keeping up with the current times. It reflects the neat and careful artistry of Khampti, representing the spirit of such people to preserve heritage in clothing.