Does this sound familiar? You're packing your bag for a short wellness afternoon or a trip to the Aare river. But the thick terry towel already takes up half the space. After swimming, it's heavy, wet, and takes ages to dry. Or you're at the hammam and want to throw on something light for a coffee after your sauna session – but your bathrobe practically sticks to your skin.
We all know these small but annoying everyday problems. But there's a solution that has been standard in Asian countries for centuries and is becoming increasingly popular here in Switzerland too: the Lunghi (often also called a Sarong).
In this article, you'll discover why this simple, lightweight cloth is so much more than just a piece of fabric and how a Lunghi can make your everyday life, your yoga practice, and your holiday adventures significantly easier (and more stylish!).
What is the actual problem behind this?
Our everyday lives are often crammed with things that serve only one single purpose. We have beach towels for the lido, sauna towels for spa visits, wrap skirts for holidays, picnic blankets for the park, and meditation shawls for yoga.
The result:
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Overstuffed cupboards and travel bags.
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Heavy, wet terry towels that start to smell in summer before they finally dry.
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Constant changing and swapping of clothes when we move around in summer or in wellness areas.
We burden ourselves with far too much luggage instead of opting for clever, multifunctional solutions that simplify everyday life.
Why conventional towels are often frustrating
Normal beach or sauna towels certainly have their place. But let's be honest: anyone who has to pack a wet terry towel into their backpack after a dip in the lake quickly gets annoyed by the extra weight. Plus, thick towels are hard to elegantly tie around your hips when you want to quickly grab an iced tea – they usually slip down after the second step.
Synthetic beach dresses are often not a good alternative either. Heat builds up under synthetic fibres, and the skin can't breathe properly after swimming or sweating. What we need instead is a light, breathable fabric that adapts to our needs.
How can you use a sarong in versatile ways?
A Lunghi or sarong is the ultimate chameleon among textiles. Because the fabric is so light, soft, and breathable (usually made of pure cotton or viscose), it dries extremely quickly and takes up hardly any space.
Here are just some of the countless ways you can use your Lunghi:
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In wellness & hammam: As a light wrap between sauna sessions. It elegantly covers the body, quickly absorbs moisture, and allows the skin to breathe.
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At the Aare or public swimming pool: First, it's your light mat on the grass. Afterwards, you wrap it around you as an airy skirt or a halter-neck dress over your bikini to stroll to the buvette.
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In yoga practice: As a gentle shoulder wrap during final relaxation (Savasana) to keep you from cooling down, or folded as a light seat pad for meditation.
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When traveling: A Lunghi replaces a beach towel, a scarf for cool evenings, and a light blanket for air-conditioned trains or airplanes in your suitcase.
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At home: The sarong also looks great as a decorative throw over the sofa or as light sun protection at the window.
Specific Lunghi products from the mana-shop
At mana-shop, we focus on fabrics that feel pleasant on the skin, are sustainably produced, and feature colors that shine even after multiple washes. Here are our favorites for your everyday life:
1. The classic for beach and spa
A light, supple sarong in soft, earthy tones. It's large enough to serve as a beach towel by the lake and soft enough to drape around your shoulders after the sauna. The material dries in record time and is a must-have for every swimming bag.
→ Discover the CLASSIC LUNGHI in the shop
2. The colorful statement cloth
Do you like things a bit more colorful? With its vibrant patterns, this Lunghi immediately brings a holiday feeling into your Swiss everyday life. It can be wonderfully combined as a wrap skirt with a white T-shirt or worn as a summery scarf when the evening on the terrace gets cooler.
→ Discover the COLORFUL LUNGHI in the shop
3. The yoga and meditation cloth
This cloth is woven from particularly soft, soothing cotton and kept in subtle, clear colors. It is perfect for gently covering yourself during Savasana or as a light pad for your meditation cushion. A piece of comfort for your practice.
→ Discover the YOGA LUNGHI in the shop
4. The XL cloth for families and picnics
Sometimes you just need more space. This extra-large Lunghi is ideal as a picnic blanket in the park, a sunshade for children at the beach, or a generous beach towel for two people. Despite its size, it folds up incredibly small.
→ Discover the XL LUNGHI in the shop
Simple routine: How to tie a Lunghi
You don't need to be a fashion designer to wear a sarong stylishly. Here are the three simplest variations:
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The simple wrap skirt (beach style): Place the cloth around your hips from behind. Pull the two top ends forward, cross them once tightly, and simply tuck the ends into the waistband you've just created.
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The light dress (halter-neck): Pass the cloth from behind under your armpits to the front. Take the two top corners, twist them once or twice in front of your chest, and then tie them together at the nape of your neck.
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The asymmetrical throw (one-shoulder): Wrap the cloth under one arm, pull the ends over the other shoulder, and tie them together there. Perfect and elegant for the spa area.
Our tip: Wash your Lunghi separately or with similar colors the first few times to maintain its vibrancy, and avoid fabric softener so that the fabric retains its absorbency.
Realistic expectations & care
A Lunghi is an everyday companion that often becomes even softer and more comfortable over time. Of course, it doesn't replace a fluffy terry towel if you want to snuggle up after a cold winter walk. Its great advantage lies in its lightness, quick drying time, and versatility in warmer environments or during sports.
With proper, gentle care (30-40 degrees machine wash, air dry), your cloth will accompany you for many years – whether on the Aare, in the yoga studio, or on long-distance trips.
Why buy Lunghis at mana-shop.ch Switzerland?
We love products that simplify our lives and are beautiful at the same time. At mana-shop.ch, you will find carefully selected cloths that match our holistic understanding of well-being.
Whether you're integrating Ayurveda practices from the Mana Kendra in Bern into your everyday life or simply looking for a practical solution for a visit to the lido – our Lunghis are designed to accompany you more relaxed through the day.
Make your everyday life easier – with just one cloth
You don't have to buy a separate towel or piece of clothing for every activity. With a Lunghi, you choose flexibility, lightness, and more conscious consumption. One piece of fabric – countless possibilities.
Discover our colorful and soft selection now and find the cloth that will become your favorite companion this summer (and long beyond).
→ Browse our Lunghi collection now and find your new favorite cloth!
If you are unsure which material or size best suits your plans: Write to us – we will be happy to advise you personally.
