Malaysian Cultural Outfits. Traditional Malay Attire Is The Baju Melayu, A Loose Tunic Which Is Worn Over Trousers And Usually Accompanied With A Sampin, Which Is A Sarong Which Is Wrapped Around A Man's Hips. It Is Also Often Accompanied With A Songkok Or Cap, On Their Head. Traditional Clothing For Men In Malaysia Consists Of A Silk Or Cotton Skirt And Shirt With A Scarf Like Piece Of Cloth Tied Around His Waist. This Scarf Is Sewn Together At The Ends And Is Traditionally Called A Sarong Or A Kain. Most Of The Clothing Is Made Up Of Bright And Bold Colors. The Man Also Wears A Religious Hat. Malay Women Wear The Baju Kurung, A Knee-Length Blouse Worn Over A Long Skirt. Usually A Scarf Or Shawl Is Worn With This. Prior To The Wide Embrace Of Islam, Malay Women Wore Kemban, Which Were Sarongs Which Were Tied Just Above The Chest.

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