Pareo Sarong Bali Flowers 01 Black 200 x 118 cm

Product description Pareo Sarong Bali Flowers 01 Black 200 x 118 cm

Let yourself be wrapped in a beautiful sarong, made for you using the traditional methods by skilled artisans in Bali, Indonesia. Choose your unique shawl. You will be unmissable not only on the beach or by the pool.

If you are looking for a truly versatile fashion accessory, the sarong is the perfect choice for you. The possibilities of using a sarong are almost endless. You can wear it as an unusual wrap skirt or as an elegant lightweight dress with many tie variations. On hot days the sarong is the ideal garment as it is very comfortable on the skin, airy, and breathable. In cooler seasons, it serves well as a scarf or a shawl. It can also be used as a picnic blanket and it is also perfect as an original interior decoration.

Sarong Design
Bali, known as the "Island of the Gods", boasts a rich variety beautiful flora. Flowers play a key role in various ceremonies, rituals, and celebrations. Floral patterns are therefore among the most popular motifs used to decorate sarongs. In Balinese culture, flower symbols represent purity, beauty, life, and the fleeting nature of existence.

The plumeria, called frangipani or Jepun in Bali, with its five petals, symbolizes the interconnectedness of all living beings with the universe. The frangipani flower represents the five elements of the universe: earth, water, fire, air, and ether.

Color
Colors have a deep symbolism in Balinese culture and play a significant role, which is also reflected in traditional Balinese clothing.

Black is synonymous with power and protection from evil spirits.

Bali Sarong Tradition
Bali is known for its vibrant culture, of which clothing is undoubtedly an essential part. The sarong and its feminine variant, the kamben, is part of traditional Balinese attire, not only during religious and ceremonial events but also in everyday life.

Clothing in Bali is not just a matter of fabric and style but also a visual language. The forms and patterns of sarongs reveal a lot about their wearers and the communities they come from. Each region in Indonesia has its own unique style and motifs that reflect the cultural heritage of that area.

Each piece of Balinese clothing, with its carefully chosen colors and unique patterns, tells its own story. In other words, every single thread of Balinese attire and its unique design serves a dual purpose: it not only beautifies but also conveys a deeper spiritual message. Everyday clothing is thus transformed into an embodiment of faith and tradition.

The sarong also played a significant role in the matter of national identity and pride during the Dutch colonization period – wearing a sarong was a sign of patriotism and loyalty.

Sarongs are still considered an essential part of local culture and a national treasure in Indonesia today. Their use is seen as an expression of respect and a tribute to the artisans who make them.

Caring for the sarong
Hand washing is recommended.

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