How to Tie a Sarong

Sarongs have many names, "malo" is the Hawaiian name, worn by men,"pareau" in Tahiti and "lava-lava" in Samoa, in Fiji it is called a "sulu", and in East Africa it's called a "kanga".

We call them sarongs because it's the most popular name today for this versatile garment. Sarong measures approximately 66 x 44 inches (168 cm x 112 cm) There are several ways to wear it. It's not only used while you do a beautiful hula or shake things up with some Tahitian....it's common place to wear them even if you don't dance Polynesian as a swimsuit cover-up, wrap around a pair of leggings or as a dress! The following video will show you numerous ways to tie your sarong

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