The Koireng Naga tribe, a small community belonging to the larger Naga population in Manipur, is recognized for its simple yet symbolically loaded textiles. One prominent cloth in the culture is a white cotton cloth bearing signs of the tribe's weaving tradition and aesthetic sense. In its pristine form, it is made of handwoven white cotton, appreciated in its natural state for texture and strength. Thin stripes of red and black run along the borders—colors commonly found in Naga textiles with symbolic connotations for bravery, protection, and deep spirituality. The stripes bordering the cloth serve not only as a decorative frame but also as a bold assertion of its identity as a tribal, traditional cloth.
Intricate geometric line patterns are woven right into the fabric at either end of the cloth. These designs bear meaning, chiefly depicting aspects of the tribe's life, ancestral beliefs, or protection. The placing of the pattern at the cloth's ends emphasizes transition and boundary, common themes in native textile symbolism. Further emphasizing its handcrafted nature are cotton fringes bordering the ends of the cloth; these serve a double function as decoration and symbolism, usually marking fulfillment of the weaving process and an embrace of the earth. The Koireng Naga cloth is worn for ceremonies and rituals but is also used in community activities to denote identity, respect, and heritage. Its design speaks of the balance between simplicity.