Dishdasha

The thawb (ثَوْب "garment"), also spelled thobe or tobe, is an ankle-length robe, usually with long sleeves. With regional variations in name and style, it is commonly worn by locals in the Arab world, more specifically the Arabian Peninsula, as well as Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, North Africa, and some countries in East and West Africa. The word thawb (ثَوْب) is the Arabic word for "garment". It is also romanized as thobe or thaub. The thawb is commonly worn by men in the Arabian Peninsula. It is normally made of cotton, but heavier materials such as sheep's wool can also be used, especially in colder climates in Syria. The style of the thawb varies slightly among the various regions in the area. The sleeves and the collar can be stiffened to give a more formal appearance. Other names may be used for this garment. In Iraq, Kuwait, the Levant, and Oman, dishdashah is the most common word for the garment; in the United Arab Emirates and the Maghreb, the word kandura is used. The neck also tends to be more open than in its Saudi counterpart and, along with the breast pocket, is often embroidered. It might also lack buttons altogether. The thawb is known as a Jallabiya in Egypt, not to be confused with the Sa'idi or Fallahi Jallabiya, and is primarily worn by Arabs of Sinai, the Eastern desert, and Sharqia. Kandora, also spelled as "kandoura" or "thobe" or “dishdadha”, is a traditional long garment worn by men in many countries in the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. It is typically made of lightweight white or beige fabric, and features a long-sleeved shirt and a floor-length robe with a collarless neckline and a loose fit. The kandora is commonly worn by men in these countries as a symbol of their national and cultural identity. It is especially popular in the Gulf region, where it is considered appropriate attire for formal occasions and religious ceremonies. In recent years, the kandora has also become a popular fashion item, with many designers adding their own modern twists to the traditional garment.