How to Tie a Sarong (Pareo) – 6 Fashion-Forward Looks!

If you are looking for a beachy, sophisticated look, it’s helpful to know how to tie a sarong. The sarong is simple in design yet is one of the most versatile fashion pieces you will ever own.

There are a variety of ways to tie a sarong, each creating an entirely different look. Here are a few of the more common ways to wear a sarong.

Sarong Skirt

1. Grasp the sarong on both ends and place it at the waist from back to the front covering your buttocks.
2. Fold the extra material on the right onto itself about 12″.  Do the same on the left.
3. Grab the two new ends by the corners.
4. Tie the two ends together in a knot over your waist.
5. Adjust so that the cascading fabric is centered.

Sarong Strapless Dress

1. Grasp the sarong on both ends and place it at the bustline from the back to the front covering your back.
2. Fold the extra material on the right onto itself about 12″.  Do the same on the left.
3. Grab the two new ends by the corners.
4. Tie the two ends together in a knot over your bust.
5. Adjust so that the cascading fabric is centered.

Sarong Halter Dress

1. Grasp the sarong and place it under your armpits covering your back. The front will be open.
2. Take the right side of the sarong and bring it over your opposite shoulder to the back of the neck. Do the same with the left.
3. Tie the ends in a simple knot behind your neck.

Grab-n-Go Cover Up Pareo

1. Grasp the sarong on both ends and place it at the waistline from the back to the front covering your buttocks.
2. Tie the two ends in front of you in a simple knot at the waist.
3. Position to rest on your hip.

Easy, Breezy Pareo Jacket/Shawl

1. Grasp the sarong and place it over your shoulders back to front like a shawl. Your back will be covered. Your front will be open.
2. Take the top corner on the right side and tie it to the bottom corner on the right side. Repeat for the left side.  (You may need to remove the pareo to manage this step)
3. Place an arm through each opening that the knot has created and wear like a jacket.

How to Tie a Sarong: Wrap Around Skirt

1. Grasp the sarong and place it at your waist front to back. Your front will be covered. Your back will be open.
2. Criss-cross the ends in the back and bring them back to the front.
3. Tie in a simple knot at the waist.