Tupenu

On dress occasions, women wear matching kofu and tupenu, sewn from the same yardage.

Fancy tupenus are often slightly tailored, with darts sewn into the top, so that they will fit the body more closely.

On ceremonial occasions, women wear a ta'ovala, or finely woven pandanus mat, over the kofu and tupenu.

The kiekie, a kind of grass or string skirt, is an acceptable, comfortable alternative to the ta'ovala on most occasions.

On dress occasions, men will wear tupenu tailored like Western wrap skirts and made from suit material.