Barong Dress was used to protect ships

was used to protect ships and confuse and ward off evil spirits

they were understandably treasured for their sturdy quality and distinctive appearance

multi-use because I used to move around a lot: handwoven rug / wall hanging / table cloth

or whirlpool

these pieces are woven in cotton

Barong Dress was used to protect shipsBarong dress woven with banana fibers, embroidered with banana thread with mother of pearl button closures. *one size oversized womens small Barongs are traditional Philippine shirts, most commonly associated with mens formalwear, but comes in various forms for women and additionally many fiber types. This collection is dedicated to the versatility of the banana plant + the abundance of the Philippine islands.