The Bhutia tribe, mainly spread all over Sikkim and a section of North Bengal, is known for its unique traditional garment, which portrays a rich cultural legacy. A type of long-sleeved shirt, conceived by the designer in off-white fabric, is very practically sewn. Unique to Bhutia clothing, it has ties at the sides for comfort and ease of movement.  
The fabric is usually woven in fine patterns, a symbol of the tribe's connection with the age-old skills of weaving passed down by their forefathers. Off-white stands for purity and simplicity, values dear to the heart of the Bhutia community. The structure of this outfit is such that it meets the functional requirements of warmth and durability, making it suitable for the cold mountain terrain of Sikkim.
This traditional Bhutia shirt is worn for cultural events, for religious purposes, and also in a day-to-day situation, thus declaring in essence a continued legacy of indigenous textiles. The fine stitching and intricate detailing in the self-designed fabric hence make it an exquisite embodiment of Bhutia heritage. Besides, the side-fastening design is aesthetically appealing as well as practical, thus showing the tribe's own distinctive approach to comfort and fashion.  
Such garments are not just old pieces of clothing but objects of value to the Bhutia tribe whereby its identity is celebrated and the weaving and tailoring skills passed down for generations, thus making these unique cultural elements an inseparable part of their heritage.