Mateo Men's Barong

The Mateo Men’s Barong is a piece lovingly embroidered by hand. The sinag and kayakas patterns pay homage to the artforms borne out of ethnic and cultural diversity. This piece is a bold statement that is not afraid to showcase its roots.
 
Features:

• Beige (Cocoon)
  • Traditional barong in beige that celebrates ethnic diversity through its design choices.
• Made by hand with counted-thread embroidery, the geometric abstractions represent patterns inspired by ethnic community cultures
• Diamond-shaped patterns representing “sinag” (ray of light), a cultural symbol for transparency and clarity
• Also features striped patterns inspired by the traditional Filipino counted-thread embroidery style “Kayakas.”
• Available in silk-based cocoon fabric woven to resemble the look of piña

Designed in a slim/tailored fit. For relaxed fit we recommend to size up. 
(Model is 6'1 wearing size Large)

This item is produced in limited quantities by our team of artisans. Due to high demand, we may occasionally run out of available sizes and color variations.

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