Barong tagalog

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The Philippines is the center of the Barong Tagalog outfit. The country is also rich in history, culture, and tradition. As we look back to the Filipino’s culture

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Grooms, listen up! Here are some things you need to know when wearing a Barong Tagalog. Read on!

Journey of the Barong Tagalog, Spanish Colonial Philippines Part 10: Late 18th Century Men’s Fashion Changes. Our previous two installments featured ilustrado and principalia class (in the middle to upper class) men’s fashion from around the mid-18th century. By the late 18th century, clothing styles changed. Much like the present day, style changes were driven by the upper class and elite in the western world. The middle to upper classes in the late 18th century Philippines were very likely…

Filipino national costume is rather colorful, ornate and beautiful. Filipino people lived under the occupation of other countries for centuries. That's why their national attire was formed under the influence of different cultures and got some of their features. US, Spain and Japan had the biggest impact on the traditional clothing of the Philippines. But nevertheless Filipino folk dress is very unique, authentic and even tribal, if we can say so.

"*Please refer to size chart found at end of picture gallery to avoid unnecessary returns leading to loss of time and money. Size chart are actual size of dress/Barong and are different of that of US and European Standard. This is a ready to wear item. We don't customized RTW's. WRAP SKIRTS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Barongs are now not just for the men of the Philippines. Formal and trendy, this Ladies Barong signifies strength and power. You can never be over or under dress in any occassion…

The Barong Tagalog, or simply barong as it is commonly referred to, is the traditional formal wear of Filipinos. In times of old, this was worn almost daily by men in the Philippines, particularly…

We highlight our country’s rich heritage and anything inherently Filipino. This month we start off with our traditional men’s attire, the barong tagalog.