Newlyweds may live with the groom's family, the bride's family, or on their own, depending on where the need for farm labor is the greatest. The extended family is very important in Bhotia culture, and grandparents often look after younger family members. The Eastern Bhotia women wear beautifully woven fabrics with colorful, intricate designs. A long piece of cloth, called a kira , is wrapped around the body and attached to the shoulders with a pair of silver brooches. A small jacket is usually worn over the kira.
Men wear long plaid robes, or gos .
During the daytime, the go is fastened with a belt so that it reaches the knees. At night, it is let down while sleeping. Hats are rarely worn. When entering a temple, men and women wear scarves over their shoulders as a sign of respect. The color of the scarf depends upon an individual's rank.