By now you should be gently versed in not only the art of wrapping your hair
(see our article on
geles), but also with the many names used to describe the ancient and modern form of wrapping your body as well (see our article on
sarongs).
Now we are going to give you a crash course in the
how to of creating that perfect sarong for dress or leisure. These quick and easy instructions will have you crafting your own personal style from your closet of fabric treasures in no time. Remember, it is our differences that make us unique. So let yourself be creative. At
J&O, we strive to deliver an array of designs & prints to match your individual tastes. Many in 45-60" length . Let's get started.
Step One:
Step in front of your sarong.
Step Two:Pull the ends evenly forward and let the fabric sit on your waist. If you have a fringed sarong, let the unfringed end be the one you pull around your waist.
Step Three :
Tie ends around your waist and secure a knot on your hip.
Viola, your done!
Not too bad right?
Now let's try another look.
This one is a fashionable substitute for the beach bunny in you. From the sea, to dinner
by the sea, this versitile look is just what the on-the-go woman needs.
Step One:Pull the ends of the sarong forward so that the material lies flat across your upper back. Keep ends even in length.
Step Two:Gather ends and tie once across your bust. Pull gently to secure.
If you are going for more of a wrapped look, then continue around until you are close to the end of one side of the fabric. Keep enough free to either tie or tuck .
Step Three:Bring ends up and over your shoulders or simply secure around your chest as noted in the diagram. The second option mirrors the steps taken in securing your waist sarong.
Step Four:Tie behind your neck & knot once if desired or tie around your chest in the front or on the side to obtain the desired look.
Once your dress sarong is complete, accessorize as you seem fit. Dress it up with heels and jewlery for a night on the town, or dress it down with flip flops and a sun-hat for fun in the sun. And the versitility doesn't stop here. Use that same fabric to wrap your hair, create a babies sling to wear across your body, use it as a shawl, a tablecloth, an accent for your couch, even tie up your belongings in it and use it as a carry bag ....bohemian style! Throw it in the wash at the end of your journey for a brand new start the next day.
Check out our selection of colorful
African Prints here.
Check out our selection of assorted
Novelty Cotton Prints here.
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