Samping
Malay traditional clothing
Samping or Kain Dagang (Jawi: سمڤيڠ) is a traditional Malay costume originated from the court of Malacca, and is traditionally worn by men and women in Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and southern Thailand. This type of traditional costume is a part of the national dress of Brunei and Malaysia.
Etymology
Samping or Kain Dagang is loosely translated as "side" or "merchant cloth" as it is worn mostly during formal occasions. It is a kind of short sarong worn after wearing Baju Kurung or Baju Melayu (in Malay costume) and usually from the waist to the knees only. It is usually made of songket, tenun, or sarong fabric.
Styles
Samping wear styles vary by state. For example, the style of Berdagang Dalam is very popular in the Malaysian state of Johor. It is usually worn with a style of Baju Melayu called Teluk Belanga. For other states in Malaysia, particularly on the west coast of the Malay peninsula, the style of Berdagang Luar is the most prominent, and usually worn with a style of Baju Melayu called Cekak Musang. For women, instead of wearing samping, it is usually held by the left hand and can be used as a veil when outdoor to protect oneself from the scorching sun.
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