DESCRIPTION
- Contemporary (feminine) fit barong
- Embroidered "Batok" front and back deisgn in blue grey and off white thread (companion piece to the Tonilyn barong)
- Random speckles of embroidery on the rest of the barong
- Half open pechera (button front half opening)
- Side vents
FEATURES AND OPTIONS
- Custom made to your measurements and specifications. *You MUST choose the features you want in the drop down menus above before adding barong to cart. **You MUST also get measured. Please allow at least 2 months to produce and deliver. Free alterations are available after delivery subject to terms. Click here to see "How This Works".
- Available in blouse or dress length. Model is wearing a blouse length barong. Click here to see an example of a dress length barong. *This choice is made during the measurement process.
- Available in Slim Cut (form-fitting with a little space for comfort and movement) or Regular Cut (with extra space for more comfort and movement). Model is wearing a Slim Cut barong. Click here to see an example of Regular Cut barong.
- Available in Full Long Sleeve (with buttoned cuffs) [click here for an example], 3/4 Sleeve (with buttoned cuffs) [click here for an example], 1/2 Sleeve (with buttoned cuffs) as seen here on the model, or Short Sleeve (no cuffs) [click here for an example].
- Available with Regular Pointed Collar or Chinese / Mandarin Collar. Model is wearing the Regular Pointed Collar. Click here for an example of a Chinese / Mandarin Collar.
- This barong is translucent, and your purchase does not include the garment(s) that model wears here underneath.
- As these barongs are customized and made by hand, there may be some variations in color, embroidery and button designs.
MATERIAL
Jusi: 100% Silk (synthetic, not from animals)
CARE
Gentle hand wash only. See FAQ for care instructions at the bottom of the page. Click here for the FAQ page.
ORIGIN
Custom made in the Philippines
PRICE
All prices are in US dollars
ABOUT THE MODEL
Rissa Iquina was born in Quezon City, Philippines and has also considered Japan and Hong Kong home before settling in her current home in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is a stay-at-home mom of three (she had her youngest just a month ago), and she is a literal bread maker that can whip up specialties like strawberry banana bread.
Rissa loves photography, fashion, the arts, culture, travel and reading. She believes in public education and the impact all moms have no matter what they do. Rissa is also a supporter of @MomsDemandAction, a grassroots, mom-led movement for gun control.
Follow Rissa on Instagram - @ririquina
Photo shoot location - Cincinnati, Ohio
