If you visit almost any beach – from the exotic Polynesian islands to the Amalfi Coast of Italy, you will find one thing to be true about women’s beach wear. Women from all over the world are crazy about sarongs. But for some reason, women in the United States still shy away from creating new and dramatic looks with these colorful wraps. Perhaps American women are still a little shy and need a tutorial about how women wear sarongs.
Have You Always Wanted to Know How Women Wear Sarongs?
December 24, 2010 – 4:51 pm
Silk Sarongs Make the Perfect Dress for a Destination Wedding
December 21, 2010 – 6:46 pm
When most women hear the word “sarong”, they immediately think of a short and sexy wrap skirt to be worn over bikini bottoms. Or they may picture a colorful sarong dress that can be worn out to dinner on a tropical vacation. But few women would imagine the silk sarong – a style that has become a top pick among fashion editors around the world.
Silk sarongs are such a popular choice that they are being featured prominently in bridal magazines as the perfect attire for a beach or destination wedding. While they are made from the finest hand-dyed silk, they still maintain that “beachy” look that makes women look like a movie star.
The Sheer Sarong is a Trend on the Beach and beyond
December 15, 2010 – 8:55 pm
Women who love tropical vacations usually own at least one sarong or sarong dress. These versatile wraps can be worn in dozens of different ways, each of them very flattering to a woman’s figure. But there is a new type of sarong that is making “waves” on beaches all over the world; it is a “sheer sarong” and it is definitely causing a stir in the fashion world.
While you probably won’t see many women over 30 wearing a sheer sarong, the more adventurous types are buying as many as they can find. A sheer coverup like a black sheer sarong may not seem all that revealing on the beach, but these translucent little numbers are being seen in more nightclubs than beaches, especially in the islands. Many of the sheer sarongs available online are trimmed with colorful shells in the fringe, which makes them versatile enough to be worn as an evening shawl.
Wedding Planners Recommend a Wedding Sarong for your Beach Wedding
December 13, 2010 – 5:33 pm
As more couples plan “destination weddings”, their needs for wedding attire have changed to suit the location. And since most destination weddings are held at a tropical vacation spot, brides are starting to look at the wedding sarong as the ideal alternative to the fancy wedding gown.
Wedding sarongs can be a simple white sarong dress with beads or lace for embellishment, or they can look as elaborate as a formal gown. It all depends on your taste, but wearing a Hawaiian wedding sarong makes it a lot easier to move around on the beach, and they tie in well with a Caribbean themed ceremony.
Beach Sarongs One of the 10 Most Flattering Swimsuit Cover-ups Says Women’s Day
December 1, 2010 – 3:04 am
Well, you heard it here first, unless you happened to catch the recent article in Women’s Day about beach cover-ups. This recent article, entitled “10 Flattering Swimsuit Coverups” was published over the summer in Women’s Day magazine, but beach sarongs are not just for summer anymore. They are worn all over the world on tropical beaches, cruises, and at sun-drenched pools. Wherever women wear a swimsuit, you will probably see the most fashionable ladies sitting by the pool in a wide brimmed hat, fashionable sunglasses and a colorful beach sarong.
Going on a Cruise this winter? Don’t Forget Your Sarong Skirts!
November 24, 2010 – 7:43 pm
As someone who enjoys a winter cruise getaway every year, I have learned never to rely on department stores and shopping malls as a source for cruisewear. Their selection of cruise clothing is usually geared toward an older woman who likes everything to be color coordinated and “safe”. I enjoy wearing nice clothing, but that doesn’t mean I like to dress conservatively. When I visit the islands, I want to look like an islander, not a cruise ship passenger. But how does one pull off the “island look” without spending a lot of money? Two words: Sarong Skirts.
Sarong skirts are the “secret weapon” of most women who enjoy more than just the occasional tropical getaway. As someone who island-hops quite regularly, I can always tell which women have a cruise wardrobe and which ones just bought a few coordinating sets at the local mall. Before you start thinking I am model-thin and would look great in anything, let me correct your image of me. I am a 45 year old mother of two who normally wears a size 12-14. Sarong skirts have become a secret weapon for me, and countless other women around the world because they flatter everyone.
I’ve heard of a Sarong, but what is a Pareo?
November 20, 2010 – 3:04 pm
So you think you know a lot about fashion, but you’ve never heard of a “pareo”? Well join the club. The word “pareo” or “pāreu” is the Tahitian word for a wraparound skirt, and it refers to any piece of fabric that is worn around the body. While some people may think it is something more exotic, the word pareo is actually synonymous with “sarong”. (Those Tahitians – they have a fancy way of saying everything!).
Hawaiian Women Share Secrets of How to Wear a Sarong
November 14, 2010 – 12:15 pm
If you look on the Internet for a site that shows you how to wear a sarong, you might think there weren’t that many ways to wear one. In fact, most women are amazed when they learn about all the different ways to wear a sarong, especially when you consider that a sarong is nothing more than an artistically died piece of fabric. However, if you ask this question of a Hawaiian native, or if you search online “how to wear a Hawaiian sarong” there are quite a few good resources available.
Find the Best Authentic Hawaiian Sarongs for Sale Online
October 30, 2010 – 5:28 pm
Unless they are lucky enough to live near the beach in a warm climate, most American women don’t think much about beachwear unless they are taking a beach vacation or a trip to a tropical island. So, it’s no surprise that most women have no idea where to find sarongs for sale. One thing we do know is that department stores rarely, if ever, sell sarongs. They may sell other types of bathing suit cover-ups, but it is rare see a “Sarong Sale” happening at your local mall.
Since it is nearly impossible to find sarongs for sale in most neighborhood shopping malls, then why is it that so many women are seen wearing one by the pool on cruise ships, or show up wearing a sarong dress for dinner at an island resort? They may know of a web site that sells sarongs, pareos and other colorful beach wraps directly from Hawaii.
Full-Figured Women Love to Wear a Plus Size Sarong to the Beach and Pool
October 23, 2010 – 4:05 pm
For women who aren’t “model thin”, going to the beach or sitting by the pool isn’t always easy. Even with figure-shaping swimsuits, plus-size women often find it difficult to feel confident unless they have the right beach wrap or cover-up. If this sounds like you, then the most flattering way to accent your beachwear is by wearing a plus-size sarong.
Plus size sarongs are also known by other names, such as a pareo, wraparound or beach wrap. In Samoa, they’re called “lava-lava” and in Indonesia they are known as “kain”. Fijian women call them “sulu” and in Brazil they are called a “canga”, but there is one thing they all have in common. They are made from colorful, organic, hand-dyed fabrics that can be wrapped and draped in a way that flatters any woman’s body.
Not all Online Sarongs are Created Equal – Find out Why
October 15, 2010 – 8:38 pm
Even in the year 2010, there are still many people who shy away from shopping online. Either they are worried about security or they are unsure of the retailer’s overall reputation. This is especially true in the apparel industry, and while online security has dramatically improved, there can be some major differences in quality from one site to another. For example, if you search for “online sarongs” or attempt to shop for a sarong on the internet, you will find a number of online sarong web sites. Regardless of where they fall on the search results, the retailer you find may be a large clothing manufacturer or a one-person shop.
Visit an Online Sarong Shop for the Best Sarong Shopping and Great Values
October 10, 2010 – 11:41 am
Women who spend a lot of time and energy dressing for the office often find it difficult to dress for an island vacation. Not only are some women desperately in need of a pre-vacation tan; they also have a very hard time finding the right clothing to wear. This is when it is time for an online sarong shop. Sarongs are the perfect accessory for a cruise, beach vacation or island getaway, and they look terrific on any woman.
Wear Hawaiian Sarongs and Bring a Splash of Color to Your Wardrobe
October 1, 2010 – 1:14 am
Question: What is the most versatile piece of clothing a woman can buy for vacationing in warm climates? (Hint: Hawaiians have worn them for years, and they are available in a wide range of colors and patterns.) Still not sure what they are?
The answer is Hawaiian sarongs!
In the U.S. they are known as “beach wraps”, in India people call them a “lunghee” and in Tahiti they are known as pareos, but in the rest of the world they are known simply as sarongs.
Need an Update to Your Island Wardrobe? Buy Sarongs from Hawaii Online
September 26, 2010 – 12:51 pm
Going on a cruise or tropical island vacation is always a highly anticipated event; until it’s time to start packing and you realize that nothing in your wardrobe seems “vacation-y” enough. It may be impossible to find summer clothing in the middle of winter too. Unless you buy sarongs and other essentials online, there are often very few ways to find the right outfits for a tropical getaway.
Sarong Swimwear – An Indispensible Part of Any Woman’s Wardrobe
September 17, 2010 – 4:30 pm
Being a beach lover myself, I never need an excuse to put on my favorite bikini and beach hat, pack a beach towel and a juicy novel, and head to the nearest shore point. But as I’ve traveled around to many of the world’s most beautiful beaches, there is something else I always remember to bring – sarong swimwear. Wearing a swimsuit sarong is such an easy thing to do, and it makes the perfect accessory for a day at the beach.
No matter how great you look in a string bikini, there is a time to show it off and a time to cover it up. With a swim suit sarong, you can cover up just as much – or as little – as you like. Sarong swimwear is extremely versatile, and available in endless patterns, colors and fabrics, so it is impossible not to find one that you love.
Sarongs for Women – A Longstanding Tradition around the Globe
September 14, 2010 – 2:17 pm
Women’s sarongs may seem like a recent invention, and something that is only seen at the beach, but in reality, sarongs for women have been a part of many cultures around the world. The most common type of women sarong is a large length of colorful fabric that is wrapped around the waist or worn as a skirt. The common belief is that women from Western cultures first saw women’s sarongs while visiting Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands and parts of the Arabian Peninsula. They may have also been worn in the Horn of Africa. Fabrics were usually a woven plaid or checkered pattern, or a colorful batik dyed cloth.
Today’s modern sarongs for women are more likely to be made from machine printed fabrics, in floral designs that depict plants and animals, but it is still possible to buy hand-dyed batik sarongs from island boutiques. What makes a women sarong so attractive is the way it shows off the waist while providing a modest cover-up for the beach or pool. Most women’s sarongs are “one-size-fits-all”, making them easy to buy without the need to try them on. Because women fit the same sarong year after year, they can be worn for many years to come.
American women first began wearing these colorful cover-ups after dozens of motion pictures were made with an island theme. One famous actress from the 1930s and 40s was often called “the Sarong Girl” after she starred in multiple movies of this genre. Her name was Dorothy Lamour, and she was most famous for her role in The Hurricane (1937).
It is much easier to buy sarongs for women today than it was in the past. Women no longer need to visit an island resort to find a selection of women’s sarongs. Why not wrap yourself in tropical beauty with authentic sarongs for women, direct from Hawaii? There are plenty of colorful designs to choose from online at HawaiianSarong.com.