With over 30 indigenous and 200 sub-ethnic groups in Sabah, most of these groups have distinct traditional costumes. What they wear is more than just a piece of fabric that has been sewn together, their clothes signify their identity, traditions, and story.

Here are our top 5 picks of the most beautiful traditional costumes.

Sea Bajau

photo by @dopotrait_

Kadazan Penampang

Photo by CEphoto, Uwe Aranas

Bajau Sama

Photo by CEphoto, Uwe Aranas

Kadazan Papar

photo by maruwiah

Dusun Lotud

photo by maruwiah