Sarong is a large cloth worn wrapped around the body - originating from Southeast Asia but now common beachwear worldwide.
As Towel Alternative
Flat-woven towels can double as sarongs: - Peshtemals: Turkish origin, ideal size and weight - Foutas: North African equivalent - Large beach towels: Can be worn as cover-up
Benefits of Dual-Use
- One item serves two purposes
- Save packing space
- Quick cover-up at beach/pool
- Stylish and practical
Dimensions
Sarong-suitable towels are typically: - 90-100cm wide - 170-180cm long - Thin enough to tie comfortably
Terry towels are generally too thick and bulky for sarong use.
Style
Flat-woven towels work as sarongs because: - Thin and drapey - Tie without bulk - Look like clothing, not towels - Dry quickly when worn