Malong

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The malong is a woven Maranao multi-colored cloth bearing variety of okir designs. The well-organized shapes indicate the weaver's village of origin. The garment can function as blanket, bedsheet, dressing room, hammock, prayer mat and for cultural events of the Maranaos. A newborn is wrapped in a malong and as he grows this piece of cloth becomes a part of his daily life. When he dies, he is once again wrapped in a malong.