The Barong Guide for Men: Fabrics, Fit and How to Wear It
Updated: 3 days ago
The barong Tagalog is the key traditional Filipino garment for men. Here's how to choose and wear one.
Fabrics
Piña: the finest and most expensive, from pineapple fiber
Piña-silk and jusi: lighter on the budget, still elegant
Organza and blends: the most affordable, good for one-time events
Fit
A barong should be roomy but not baggy. Sleeves end at the wrist, and the hem usually sits around the hips.
What to wear underneath
Traditionally a camisa de chino or a plain white undershirt. Avoid printed or colored shirts that show through.
How to wear it
Always untucked. Pair with dark trousers and dress shoes. Cufflinks are optional on formal barongs.
Long sleeve vs. short sleeve
Long sleeves for formal events and weddings. Short-sleeve 'polo barongs' for office and semi-formal wear.
Care
Hand wash or dry clean. Store on a padded hanger.
Wear the story
For the casual version, shop barong-style mesh tees. UGAT means roots. Know yours.
Shop the Ugat Jersey Collection
Wear the history. Our mesh jerseys put Filipino heroes and Baybayin front and center, $72 each.
Kalayaan Jersey — Maroon mesh with a hand-drawn U honoring the heroes of Philippine independence. KALAYAAN 98 on the back. Shop now →
Pilipinas Jersey — Navy mesh with Lapu-Lapu and the warriors of Mactan, Baybayin across the shoulders and PILIPINAS 63 on the back. Shop now →
Delano Manong Jersey — Brown mesh honoring the Filipino farmworkers who started the 1965 Delano Grape Strike. Shop now →
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