Avoid wearing white sarongs with dark-colored swimsuits—unless this is the look you are going for. White sarongs will be transparent. Patterned sarongs can make great, long dresses.

This look goes well with swimsuits and tank tops. To use it as a longer skirt, don’t fold it in half.

For a short skirt, fold the sarong in half lengthwise first. This look goes well with swimsuits and tank tops.

This look goes well with swimsuits. For a fancier twist, tie the ends into a knot across your chest first, then tie them behind your neck. Fold it in half lengthwise first, and use it as a halter top instead.

This look goes well with swimsuits. Fold it in half lengthwise first, and use it as a tube top instead.

To secure and shorten your dress: pinch two of the edges at your waist, and tie them together into a tight, double knot. This secures your dress, and helps shorten it. [1] X Research source To secure the dress and cinch your waist: wear a belt around your waist, the wider the better.

This look goes well with longer dresses, and is perfect for evenings. Try pairing it with a pearl or diamond choker necklace.