QUOTE (forrestcat @ Dec 30 2005, 11:19 AM)
I asked our Ustaz...it is not encouraged.....it's bidaah or something
not encouraged = haram in Jakim's language.
Are you serious, forrectcat?
I believe since long ago ppl would always have a few "batik lepas" in the house which come in handy for covering the deceased. They are also useful when bathing the deceased i.e. we use them to cover the body. Of course the ones without animal designs. I suppose you can use any clean cloth. Ever since my mother's death, I am keeping a few.
Back to the sarong.....There are 2 types:
1. Kain Pelikat, usually of chequered patten and is favoured by Malaysian men. Some women do wear it especially those with big stature. If worn at home, it is usually folded in front without using a belt. If worn outside the house(not common any more)it is usually worn with a belt, usually a cotton belt. You may catch a sight of it in old Malay movies. It is also a very useful item for berkhatan...
2. Batik sarong, a variety of Malaysian and Indonesian batik favoured by Malaysian women. I have noticed men in Kelantan and Trengganu wear them too. I wear it with a traditional metallic belt.
If I might add, there used to be a craze over the "tight sarong" during the 60s. Love to see Saloma in it.....really sexy one lor!
Then there is also the sarong songket for formal occations and weddings.
For the questions:
1.Do you wear sarong?
Yup. Usually in the evening with a T-shirt, Baju Kedah or any blouse.
2.Do you like wearing sarong?
Its OK.
3.Do you wear sarong whilst sleeping?
Not anymore unless in emergency situation.
4.How many sarong(s) do you have?
About 9-10.
5.What is your favourite sarong brand?
None, so long as it is cotton. Unlike the Kain Pelikat, I am not familiar with any particular brand of Batik Sarong.