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This traditional wrapper is made from Endi silk, a wild silk that is recognized for its coarse texture, great strength, and natural luster. Tribes traditionally value Endi for its comfort and durability, making it an appropriate choice for an outfit related to a region with such extreme weather. The Mikir tribe has been using the material for both household and ceremonial clothing for a long time. To obtain the required size, two pieces of Endi cloth are stitched together along the length. This technique of manufacture is derived from the traditional way of weaving, which produces narrow-width handloom fabrics that require smart stitching to join them to form wider garments.
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This traditional wrapper is made from Endi silk, a wild silk that is recognized for its coarse texture, great strength, and natural luster. Tribes traditionally value Endi for its comfort and durability, making it an appropriate choice for an outfit related to a region with such extreme weather. The Mikir tribe has been using the material for both household and ceremonial clothing for a long time. To obtain the required size, two pieces of Endi cloth are stitched together along the length. This technique of manufacture is derived from the traditional way of weaving, which produces narrow-width handloom fabrics that require smart stitching to join them to form wider garments.

Each half of the wrapper is differently designed, highlighting the tribe's creative spirit in textile design. One half has a broad red stripe at one end, a symbol of brightness and strength, traits highly cherished in Mikir culture. The other half, throughout its length, boasts red stripes that create a rhythmic and harmonic contrast. It is usually donned by Mikir tribe members at cultural events, traditional dances, and festivities. It is both a useful garment and a badge of cultural pride and identity of the tribe and its erstwhile textile traditions.
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