Barong Tagalog

See also: Filipino traditional regalia

For other uses, see Barong.

Late 19th century barong tagalog made from piña with both pechera ("shirt front") and sabog ("scattered") embroidery, from the Honolulu Museum of Art

The Barong Tagalog, more commonly known simply as Barong (and occasionally Baro), is an embroidered long-sleeved formal shirt for men and a national dress of the Philippines. Barong tagalog combines elements from both the precolonial native Filipino and colonial Spanish clothing styles. It is traditionally made with sheer textiles (nipis) woven from piña or abacá; although in modern times, cheaper materials like organza silk, ramie or polyester are also used. It has been considered to be the Official National dress for Filipino men in the Philippines. It is a common formal or semi-formal attire in Filipino culture, and is worn untucked over an undershirt with belted trousers and dress shoes.

See also

• Fashion and clothing in the Philippines
• Manila shawl
• Batik

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