In summer, the yoke is a must for the days of beach or pool. It is versatile and can be used in many ways, such as bathing and with its most well-known function, stretching on the sand and lying down or sitting on top.
There is evidence that yoke originated in the nineteenth century in Mozambique, when women began buying different-patterned cotton scarves from Portugal. Several ideas of mooring arose and thus the yoke was born, which soon became fever in Mozambique and other African countries.
Made of lightweight fabric, it is fresh and covers the body if you want to leave the beach and go straight to a restaurant, for example. It can be used as a miniskirt, long skirt, dress, blouse and even as a bag for you to carry light objects. Just unleash your creativity and throw yourself in the yoke!
To help you out, we've broken down some creative ideas on how to use this versatile accessory that will make your beach look more colorful and stylish. Check out:
Canga as long skirt
The long skirt can fit many situations, it all depends on the fabric and pattern. Style consultant Danyla Borobia recommends wearing waist-fit tops to harmonize makeup, a nice tip is the super-high-sleeved shirts. To complete the look, a flat, a hat and maxi accessories give a sophisticated touch.
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Danyla also says that the less sophisticated the fabric and the fewer colors in the print, the more informal the garment becomes. These are suitable for beach or pool use. Leave silk or linen for walks that require more formality.
Canga as miniskirt
Wearing a kangaroo as a miniskirt is a great alternative for those who want to bet on a sexier style, Danyla points out. If you want to leave your legs out but do not want to show your body too much, making the look with a swimsuit or body is a very interesting tip. Strategic cut outs with transparencies can be used in a "beach nightclub", advises Danyla.
Canga as a blouse
A blouse is perhaps the most versatile option to create with a yoke. The style consultant says it can be done in many ways by changing the lashing only and goes well with any underside. Bet on trendy pants like pantacourt, and make it look modern. The sarong can also be worn over another shirt or a dress, just dare in creativity. Danyla warns that if the shirt becomes too wide, it is legal to opt for a tighter bottom.
Canga as dress front only
The single front model is widely used in summer as it is easy to tie and leaves the look different. Danyla's tip is to invest in accessories if you want to leave the beach and go for lunch, for example. To mark the silhouette, it is worth putting a belt to mark the waist, enhancing the curves of the body.
Canga as strapless dress
The sarong worn as a strapless dress deserves special attention. The style consultant warns about the type of swimsuit and bikini that best suits this piece:? For the look to be more interesting is best to compose with swimsuits or bikini also strapless, strapless and a lot of information in the lap region .?. Leaving the strap of the bikini or swimsuit (and even the bra, if applicable) shows off the proposal of the strapless model, which is to highlight the region below the neck.
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Tips for using yoke in various ways
Learn several ways to tie your sarong and create models to vary in beach look:
11 Ways to Turn Yoke to Dress by Jessica Belcost
With creativity, you can create many looks with one piece. Check out Jessica Belcost's tips.
7 Ways to Tie a Yoke by Gabriela Mayall
In addition to dresses, Gabi shows that it is possible to make several other lashings and create blouses, hair bands and other accessories with the yoke.
With these tips and your creativity, your sarong will never be a simple fabric to sit on again!
10 wonderful yokes for you to buy
How about already start planning the looks to wear on the beach? Choose your favorite to ensure super stylish productions in summer!
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Where to buy
- Canga 101 Resort Wear at Dafiti
- Baski Wear Bali Blue Beach Shorts at Dafiti
- Round Cloth Beach Shorts? Rosa in Bauarte
- Canga Brigitte Estampa Coqueiros, at Farfetch
- Touch Esmeralda Knot at Lenny Niemeyer
- Canga Estampada Adriana Degreas, at Farfetch
- Black Beach Bali Beach Floral Daanga
- Beach Tassel Printed at Renner
- Tie Dye Iris Shorts, at Lenny Niemeyer
Options abound, surely one of them will please you!
More inspiring looks with sarong
To finish inspiring you to create creative beach productions, check out more canga looks:
The cangas can also be used in other situations, not only on the beach or in the pool, just pay attention to the fabric and know how to compose with other parts and accessories. You already know which piece is worth taking in the suitcase to the beach, right? Take your sarong and rock it!
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