How to Put On a Sarong

The Indonesian word "sarong" can be interpreted in many different ways. Some people know the sarong as a dress, others as a skirt, and some prefer the term to describe a scarf. This is just a few of its uses. Traditionally, the sarong is a large rectangle of decorated cloth, that can be worn in several different ways. It's just a matter of how and where you tie it. Read on to learn how to put on a sarong.

Things You'll Need

• Large rectangle of decorated fabric to create a sarong

Instructions

1. To create a scarf look, fold the sarong into a triangle, and then another triangle. Then drape the fabric loosely around your neck.

2. Wearing the sarong as a jacket can be done easily by draping it over your shoulders and tying it at the neck.

3. Know that the sarong can also be worn as a dress, by once again wrapping the body with the fabric and knotting above the bust.

4. Understand that some people wear the sarong as a turban, folding it and wrapping it around the top of the head.

5. Keep in mind that the most popular to many swimsuit wearers is the sarong skirt. This type of sarong can be created by wrapping the fabric around your body several times, and knotting it at your hip.