Baju Kurung is the Malay traditional costume for the Muslim men and
women in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Brunei. This costume was
origins from Teluk Belanga in Singapore (Singapore was part of Johor
Malaysia at that time), and was created and worn in Johor during the
reign of Temenggong Abu Bakar Sri Maharaja.
Although Baju Kurung is the name for the attire for both men and women,
the women dress is normally referred to as BajuKurung, while the man
clothing is referred to as Baju Melayu.Baju Kurung is similar to Baju Melayu, consists of a skirt or sarong and
a blouse, and covers most parts of the body in compliance with the
Islamic teaching. http://www.unique-women-clothing.com/baju-kurung.html
