All nyonya kebayas are to be hand washed separately.
A little starching is best for those made of
voile or cotton.
Warm iron for voile, cotton and cotton mix.
Cool setting for chiffon, georgette and silk.
How
to Wrap a Sarong the Traditional Way
Step 1:
Front View
Smaller floral panel - 'kepala'
Larger diagonal panel - 'badan'
Broken Line - 'seam'
Step 2:
Back View
Division between panels at your left side.
Your left side
fold 1/4 of 'kepala'
Your left side
fold 3/4 of 'kepala'.
Step 3:
Step 4:
Bring
right 'badan' fold across your front and slightly higher. Pleat
excess fabric and tuck at side tightly.
Bring
left 'kepala' fold to front - about 3/4 way across. Temporarily
tuck in edge at waist. Secure with metal belt. Fold excess fabric
over belt and neaten.
How
to Tie a Pareo Sarong
Step 1:
Side View
Step 2:
Front View
Wrap sarong
into half around waist.
Bring
one corner to the back with a twist (anti-clockwise).
Step 3:
Step 4:
Thread
the other corner through a large brooch as far as possible, forming
cascading folds. Alternatively, twist it (clockwise). Bring to
back.
Secure
both ends with a reef knot. Neaten.
Tips: To add a more fashionable look to your sarong/pareo, try using a
buckle. Designed for a simple and sassy look, the two holes buckle
provides any sarong or pareo with added support.
