Muumuu

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The muumuu (more often spelled as muumuu or mumu) is a loose dress of Hawaiian origin that hangs from the shoulder. Like the Aloha shirt, muumuu exports are often brilliantly colored with floral patterns of generic Polynesian motifs designed for casual, informal wear. Muumuu for local Hawaii residents are more subdued in tone, adorned with traditional Hawaiian quilt designs in muted colors. Muumuu are not as widely worn at work as the aloha shirt. Bell-shaped muumuu are also popular as maternity gowns because they do not restrict the waist.

The word muumuu means cut-off or amputated, as the dress is derived from the holokū in missing the train or yoke of the latter, Ultimately both of them are derived from Mother Hubbard (dress)

The muumuu has made its debut in popular american couture through jam-rock group Phish. Drummer Jon Fishman is often seen in this traditional Hawaiian garb, as it allows for free movement.