Siapo is the Samoan word for a fine cloth made from the bark of the Paper Mulberry tree. In Fiji, this linen-like barkcloth is called Masi, in Tonga it's Ngatu.

A beautiful tapa dress on the Dally M red carpet has kicked off a debate about the differences of Samoan tapa or siapo and Tonga tapa or ngatu.

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. BARK CLOTH PAINTED FREEHAND IN A ...

Since colonisation, siapo in Samoa was a scarce item, so I grew up with little to no connections to it and its practices. "Tapa-making and textile practices are a way for me to nurture and learn ...

A Polynesian designer has had his first collection - showcasing traditional tapa cloth ... New Zealand-born Samoan designer and stylist, Eric Blanc, has had his work highlighted in Vogue Italia.

The state’s hosting of the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts &Culture is at its midway point, and Makanani Sala, FestPAC operations director, described the event as a “beautiful, chaotic mess.” ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. PONCHO, "TIPUTA" WITH A DESIGN ...