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In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , the dress code for attendees at official events is often specified on invitation cards, which typically require wearing the national Saudi attire. If the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques or the Crown Prince is attending the event, the color of the Mishlah (cloak) for the guests is also specified. Anyone wearing the Mishlah must follow specific protocols, including refraining from crossing one leg over the other or extending the legs while seated. The right hand...

Al-Janbiya, also known as the dagger, is named so because it is affixed to the right or left side of a man's body using a belt made of fabric or leather that is tightly tied around the waist. This is the most common appearance, but it can also be affixed in the middle of the body. Al-Janbiya is considered one of the cultural symbols of the south of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is part of the traditional costumes. It is worn during folkloric dances, social events, and holidays. The trad...

Mishlah or Bisht is one of the local names for the traditional Arabic cloak. It is a loose outer garment that is open at the front and holds cultural and social significance in the Gulf and Arab regions. Mishlah is considered a type of traditional attire in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , commonly worn by people during special occasions, ceremonies, and holidays. Mishlah is often embroidered with various types of silk threads, and zari in gold, yellow, silver, white, and red colors. Different typ...

Traditional Garments in Aseer Province refer to the clothing associated with the customs and traditions of men and women in Aseer Province, south of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , as they are a rooted part of the popular cultural legacy of the province. In the past, several types of clothes were popular in Aseer according to environmental and climatic conditions, starting from the difference in the landscapes to the temperature which varied from one place to another. Clothes were made of either ...

Traditional Garments of al-Bahah Province reflect the customs and traditional dress code of al-Bahah Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . The traditional costumes in the region varied, they included thobes and head coverings, among others. The designs of both men's and women's clothing were influenced by the economic conditions, the province's humble lifestyle, and the scarcity of fabrics in the past. Men's traditional garments of al-Bahah In the past, some men's c...

Al-Thobe is not obligatory in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . However, many men wear this national costume in public facilities and places. It is one of the favorite types of clothing among Saudis. The majority of men in the Kingdom prefer to have their costumes tailored, while a few of them opt for ready-made clothes. Some government entities in the Kingdom require men to wear a Thobe , Shemagh , or Ghutra when entering their premises. In the Kingdom, leaving the house in one's undergarment...

Fashion Female Leaders Program 'Elevate' is managed by a group of experts in the fashion sector, targeting female entrepreneurs to develop and enhance their leadership talents. The program includes a series of virtual, interactive mentoring sessions that run for six months. It was announced by the Fashion Commission , one of the commissions under the Ministry of Culture , on September 12, 2021. Objectives of Fashion Female Leaders Program 'Elevate' The program aims to increa...

The production of one al-Hasawi Mishlah takes approximately twelve to fifteen days and can extend to about six months. It goes through seven stages, starting with assembly, then the addition of the decorative band, the central piece, embroidery, and the short decorative fringe. Afterward comes the stage of attaching the tassels and buttons , leading to the final stage, where the golden color is emphasized by striking the metallic threads. It is classified based on the type of weaving and embroi...

Personal Ornamental Plants are plants and herbs that certain communities in specific regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have adopted as embellishments and accessories for their traditional attire. These accessories are linked to a traditional heritage costume. Applications of ornamental plants Personal ornamental plants come in a wide variety and are used for various occasions. Adornment with such plants, including flowers and aromatic plants , is not limited to women, men have a share in t...

Hasawi Bisht is also known as al-Bisht or al-Mashleh al-Ahsaei . It is a loose traditional robe that is open from the front, and worn by men on public and private occasions in most provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . Its weaving and embroidery are two famous traditional crafts in al-Ahsa Governorate , the Eastern Province. They were perfected and inherited by many of the province's families in the past, thus the relation of the name with al-Ahsa. Then, this profession spread to the ...

Al-Egal  is a term used to describe the part worn by men on the head above al-Shemagh or Ghutra. Al-Egal has a circular shape and is a culturally distinctive element of the national dress in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Its size and material have evolved over three centuries. Al-Egal manufacturing Taif Governorate in the west of the Kingdom is known for the production of high-quality Egal. Some households and families would compete in weaving al-Egal al-Muqassab , including al-Hariri family in...

The Saudi Thobe is a traditional garment worn by men in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is the main component of the formal Saudi outfit. Because it is used widely in Arab clothing, it cannot count as being exclusively in the Kingdom. However, combined with other parts of the outfit, it distinguishes itself from similar clothing in the Arabian Peninsula. Places to wear the Saudi thobe Men in the Kingdom wear thobes on official occasions and in public. Wearing a Saudi thobe is obligatory for ent...