A key accessory in the beachwear wardrobe, the sarong enhances every silhouette with effortless lightness. At Pain de Sucre, it comes in long, short, openwork or multi-position skirt versions, with a variety of designs available in several colours. Inspired by the traditional sarong style, it invites you to vary your looks according to your mood, your swimsuit and the time of day.
How to wear a sarong elegantly?
Knowing how to wear a sarong transforms a beach silhouette into a carefully styled outfit. Tied at the waist, crossed over the chest or worn as a lightweight dress, it structures the look effortlessly.
A long sarong like KALIS offers endless styling possibilities. Its multi-position cut allows you to play with volumes, lengths and ways of tying it. Available in apple, raspberry, lemon, blueberry, bronze, jade or garnet red, it brings a vibrant touch by the water. Openwork designs such as KEYA or AKIA create a more graphic effect. French lace sarongs such as TRUDY and PANGY add a more dressed-up touch, particularly suited to the end of the day or a seaside lunch.
Before tying a sarong, it is best to lay the fabric completely flat. The two ends should remain balanced unless an asymmetrical effect is desired. The knot should be secure yet soft in order to preserve the natural drape of the fabric. A sarong should not be tied too tightly: it follows the body, highlights the waist, covers the hips and allows complete freedom of movement.
Style 1: the sarong tied as a wrap skirt
The wrap skirt remains the most natural way to tie a sarong. It is perfect for a quick transition between the beach, the pool and the terrace. It highlights the waist, follows the movement of the body and subtly reveals the swimsuit underneath.
To create this style, place the sarong behind your hips. Bring both ends forward, then cross them slightly. Adjust the height depending on the desired effect: high-waisted to elongate the silhouette, lower on the hips for a more relaxed feel. Tie the ends at the side, level with the hip. The fabric then creates a fluid, slightly split drape that follows the leg.
With a PETRA multi-position sarong skirt, this style takes on a more structured dimension. The design lends itself perfectly to draping and becomes a true beachwear piece, designed as a garment in its own right. In black, bronze or jade, the look becomes more graphic. In lemon, orange, raspberry or gold, the silhouette gains radiance.
This style also works beautifully with a lace fringed sarong like TRUDY. The fringes extend the silhouette, while the lace adds texture. The result remains light and feminine, without feeling excessive. Paired with a sculpting one-piece swimsuit or a triangle bikini, the wrap skirt creates an elegant balance.
Style 2: the sarong tied as a bandeau dress
The bandeau dress creates a more dressed-up look. It works particularly well with large sarongs, especially when the fabric is long enough to cover the bust and flow naturally down the legs. This style meets a common desire: a simple, chic and quick beach sarong tutorial.
Place the sarong behind your back, just below the shoulder blades. Bring both ends forward over the chest. Cross them once, then bring the ends up towards the neck. Tie them behind the neck to create a lightweight dress with an open-back effect. For a straight bandeau version, simply bring the ends forward, cross them at the centre of the chest, then tie them at the back.
The KALIS design is particularly suited to this transformation. Its long multi-position version allows you to switch from a beach sarong to a flowing dress in just a few movements. Fruity shades such as lemon or raspberry brighten up a plain swimsuit. Deeper colours such as blueberry, bronze or jade create a more sophisticated, sun-kissed look.
The secret to a beautiful result lies in the way the fabric is positioned. The top should remain well fitted without feeling restrictive. The lower part should keep its movement. A knot that is too tight will affect the drape; a knot that is too loose will lack structure. The right approach is to adjust the fabric in front of a mirror, then smooth the folds with your hands.
This beach dress can be worn barefoot on the sand, with flat sandals for lunch, or with gold jewellery to extend the day. The sarong then becomes a true style piece rather than just a simple accessory.
Style 3: the one-shoulder asymmetrical sarong
The asymmetrical tie instantly adds character. It highlights the shoulder, elongates the upper body and creates a more couture-inspired look. This option works particularly well with a long sarong, but also with more elaborate designs depending on their shape and flexibility.
To create this style, place the sarong behind your back. Bring one end under one arm, then the other end over the opposite shoulder. Tie both ends above the shoulder. Then adjust the fabric across the bust and let the lower part fall naturally. The result resembles a lightweight dress, with a diagonal line that draws attention to your posture.
With an openwork design such as KEYA or AKIA, the asymmetrical tie gains even more dimension. The rosette patterns or floral cut-outs create subtle plays of transparency. Smaller sarongs such as PHILAE or PIERCE can also be worn in a more graphic way around the hips or as a top, depending on the available cut and length.
This style pairs particularly well with a bandeau swimsuit or a one-shoulder swimsuit. It creates an interesting echo of lines without overwhelming the silhouette. For a bolder result, choose a colour that contrasts with your swimsuit. For a softer look, stay within a similar colour palette: ivory with white, bronze with brown, jade with deep green, black with black.
Which sarong should you choose depending on the style you want?
The choice of design influences the final look of the tie. A long sarong offers more options: skirt, bandeau dress, asymmetrical dress or crossed drape. A smaller sarong works better around the hips, to highlight the waist or create a beach top. A multi-position sarong skirt provides a more structured outfit. French lace creates a more elegant interpretation, while openwork patterns add a graphic touch.
For a minimalist look, a black, white or ivory sarong remains a timeless choice. To add colour to the silhouette, shades such as apple, lemon, raspberry, orange or garnet red bring a vibrant summer energy. For a more elegant style, bronze, gold or jade create a sophisticated depth.