Eastern Region of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s traditional costumes are as diverse as its provinces, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of each region. Here’s a outline of the traditional costumes of each province, emphasising their unique characteristics and historical context.
Eastern Province (Ash-Sharqiyah)
Men wear the thobe and often a bisht for formal occasions. Women wear the abayaand niqab, sometimes adorned with gold embroidery.
The Eastern Province’s costumes reflect its affluent history due to oil wealth, with an emphasis on luxurious fabrics and detailed embellishments.
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Bani Sa’ad thobe with embroidered sides and underpants
The Bani Sa'ad tribe Description of Costume:Bani Sa'ad thobe with embroidered sides and the equally embroidered underpants. Around the waist is a silver belt. The silver mataweeh headdress is worn for special occasions. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region The Bani Sa'ad occupy a fertile section South-East of Taif, their terraced[...]
Bani Sa’ad thobe with embroidered sides and sleeves
The Bani Sa'ad tribe Description of Costume:Bani Sa'ad thobe with embroidered sides and sleeves. The head veil is embroidered with silver metal beads and has elaborate fringes on each of the four corners. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region The Bani Sa'ad occupy a fertile section South-East of Taif, their terraced[...]
Bani Sa’ad thobe
The Bani Sa'ad tribe Description of Costume: Bani Sa'ad thobe with heavily embroidered side panels and hand made silver metal beads embroidered around the neck and sleeves. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region The Bani Sa'ad occupy a fertile section South-East of Taif, their terraced fields and hill-top villages overlooked by[...]
Thaqeef mubaqar thobe
The Thaqeef tribe Description of Costume:Thaqeef mubaqar thobe from the Shafa area is sewn together in alternating bands. The yoke and sleeve cuffs are embroidered with white and red cotton thread whereas the hem decoration is appliqué. Location: Taif, Hijaz, Western Region Several Hijazi tribes live in Wadi Mahram close[...]
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[...]