Sarong is one of the most useful pieces of beach clothing to own. Apart from adding color and style to your beach outfit, its wide range of uses allows it to be used in many different ways, such as beach towels. There are a number of ways to tie and wear a sarong, from simple tie skirts to colorful neckline dresses. Learn several ways to tie a sarong, and maximize its use.
Step
Method 1 of 4: Wearing As A Long Skirt
Step 1. Hold the sarong horizontally
Wrap the cloth around your waist, like holding a towel.
If your fabric is too long, fold it in half horizontally before you start
Step 2. Grasp a corner of the fabric with each of your hands
Then pull the corners until the fabric you're holding is long enough to tie into a knot.
Step 3. Tie a knot
Tie the fabric together in front of your body and make a simple knot. Then make a knot once more to maintain its position.
Step 4. Twist the fabric to the sides of your hips
If you like, you can twist the fabric to one side. That way, you can expose one of your feet as you walk.
Step 5. Pinch the corners
Pinch the corners of the fabric knots, making sure that the patterned side is facing forward.
Step 6. Alternatively, tie the skirt so that your entire leg is covered
If you prefer to wear a fabric without a slit in the front or sides, you can tie it in other ways, namely:
- Hold the sarong horizontally and wrap it around your waist (like a towel). Then pull the two corners around your body until you can tie it around the back of the waist.
- If done correctly, there should be no slits in your skirt, and the fabric should almost look like a regular skirt from the front.
Method 2 of 4: Wearing As A Short Skirt
Step 1. Fold the sarong diagonally
Fold the fabric diagonally to form a triangle.
Step 2. Wrap the fabric around your waist
Step 3. Tie the two ends of the fabric together and tie a knot on the side
Tie a second knot to hold it in place, then puff up the ends of the fabric. This style is perfect for covering up swimwear.
Method 3 of 4: Wearing As A Neck Strap Dress
Step 1. Hold the sarong horizontally
Wrap the cloth around your back, like a towel.
Step 2. Bring the corners of the upper fabric together in front of your body
Step 3. Twist the two corners of the fabric around each other twice
Then tie a knot behind your neck to form a neck strap.
To create a bandeau style dress, tie the two corners of the fabric in front of you, not behind your neck
Step 4. Done
Method 4 of 4: Other Styles
Step 1. Wear it as a one-sleeved dress
- Holding the sarong vertically, wrap one of the shorter sides over one of your arms.
- Take both corners of the fabric - one at the front and one at the back - and tie them over the shoulder of the other arm, tying in a double knot.
- Join the two edges of the scabbard (on the same side as the shoulder knot) at the waist and make a double knot to hold it in place.
Step 2. Wear it as a side slit dress
- Hold the sarong vertically and wrap it around your back, like a towel. Bring the two corners of the top fabric together, and tie a double knot, over the chest.
- At the front of the dress, join the two edges of the fabric at waist level, and tie a double knot.
- Pull this waist-high knot to one side, until the part of the fabric opens at the side of your leg.
Step 3. Wear it as a hanging dress
- Hold the sarong vertically and wrap it in front of your body. Bring the top two corners of the fabric together and tie it loosely behind your neck. Let the fabric hang in front of your body.
- Pull one edge of the fabric around your back to cover it. Take one edge of the fabric and tie it together at the waist in a double knot.
Step 4. Wear it as a dangling bandeau dress
- Hold the sarong horizontally and wrap it around your back, like a towel.
- Grasp the corners of the fabric, then move your hand along the edge of the fabric until it's about 30 cm close to your chest.
- Tie the edges of the fabric together and tie it over the chest using a double knot. The rest of the fabric should be dangling at the front.
Step 5. Wear it as a gown
- Hold the sarong horizontally and wrap it around your back, like a towel.
- Take one side of the fabric and wrap it in front of your body so you can tuck the end under the other arm.
- Grab the top corner (the fabric you just pulled) and bring it under your shoulders, from behind.
- Take the other top corner of the fabric and tie it around your shoulders to form a toga.
Step 6. Wear it as a drapery dress
- Hold the sarong horizontally and wrap it around your back, like a towel.
- Grasp the upper corner of one side of the fabric, pull it through your body and pass it over the other shoulder.
- Take the top corner of the fabric from the other side, and pull it through the front of your body (under the chest) and around your back, until it meets the material on the other shoulder.
- Tie the two corners of the fabric around the shoulders to hold it in place.
Step 7. Wear it as a jumpsuit.
- Hold the sarong vertically and wrap it around your body, under your arms.
- Tie the top two corners of the fabric around your back, using a double knot (you may need someone else's help to do this).
- Take the end of the fabric (which should hang near your feet) and pull it through your legs.
- Take the two lower ends of the sarong, wrap it around your waist, and tie it in front, using a double knot.
Tips
- Make sure the knot is tied securely, so your fabric doesn't come loose.
- It is recommended that you practice putting on and tying the sarong before going outside, to get the results you expect.
- A clip or brooch can be added to strengthen the knot, as well as to add extra style to the fabric.
- To use a sarong as a scarf, you just need to let it hang over your shoulders.
