Discover The Symbolism And Craftsmanship of Traditional Jordanian Clothing
The saying goes the larger and more extravagant the Shall & Thobe, the happier her family is:
Let’s delve into the world of traditional Jordanian women’s clothing, tracing the threads that have shaped these garments. From the distinctive chemise to the ornate headdresses, each element makes up a unique and fascinating story. You really see the intersections of cultures portrayed in the dress.
Geometric patterns, full of bright colors, adorn these Thobe dresses. They are a mixture of all the different cultures our people have interacted with. The red and gold embroidery is originally inspired by Persian court fashion.
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With Syrian head ornaments and jewelry making up a vital element of the whole ensamble!
The 3 components the make up the attire change depending where exactly in Jordan you’re from, here’s a summary:
In essence, the women’s attire typically consists of a chemise (qamis, thob) in various forms, a long dress (thob), a sash, coat, or jacket (jubba), and a headdress with varying degrees of complexity. The headdress often includes a cloth (shaal, usaba) and a headband (asba).
But, of course, the exact type, color, and combination of these elements are what bring so much diversity to these traditional clothes.
