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Recent Collection Articles
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Thaqeef nimri thobe
The Thaqeef tribe Description of Costume:Thaqeef nimri thobe from the Hada area. The yoke and arm bands are embroidered with gold thread. The small white decorative motif above the hem is tie-dyed. The accompanying belt is made with metal beads and sea shells. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region Several Hijazi[...]
Hudheyl musadah thobe
The Hudheyl tribe Description of Costume:Hudheyl musadah thobe has an overall pattern covering the entire length and width of the garment. The Hudheyl tribal women wear these costumes tucked in at the waist to show the embroidered cuffs of the underpants. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region The noble tribe of[...]
Hudheyl tribe tie-dye garment
The Hudheyl tribe Description of Costume: Hudheyl tie-dye ample garment with an embroidered yoke on the front and the back. The various tie-dye patterns have different names depending on the design, and the headdresses are suited accordingly. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region The noble tribe of Hudheyl lives in the[...]
Jahdaly drawstring skirt and blouse
The Jahdaly tribe Description of Costume: Jahdaly drawstring skirt and blouse both decorated with metal beads. The edge of the rectangular headers is embroidered with metal beads and has a cotton fringe. Location: Lith, Hijaz, Western Region The Jahdaly tribe inhabits an area of wadis draining down to the coastal[...]
Jahdaly costume appliquéd
The Jahdaly tribe Costume Description of Costume: Jahdaly costume appliquéd with fine bands of contrasting coloured fabric and embroidered with small metal beads. The headdress ridayah is made of fabric, and the long tassels are a combination of metal beads with a thread fringe. Location: Lith, Hijaz, Western Region The[...]