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We're pleased to have the opportunity to welcome you in our shop. First a little bit about us ... We're a group (German / American) based in the Middle East, registered in the United States (since 1994) and now also in Germany, and we're here to serve you. We are enthusiastic Orientalists and are excited about bringing to you the most interesting and beautiful items from the Middle East for the best price possible.
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Glossary
Abbaya |
Light-weight, wide dress from the Arabian Gulf, with large square open sleeves. |
Akal |
Black double ring, worn over the Ghatra. |
Borgha |
Face veil or mask. |
Dish Dasha |
Traditional dress of the men of the Arabian Gulf. |
Dish Dasha Harimi |
Long embroidered dress of the women of the Arabian Gulf. |
Ghatra |
Male head covering. |
Sagat |
Finger cymbals, also known as Zills. |
Sheyla/Heja |
Head covering (scarf) for women. Can be triangular or rectangular. |
Sirwal |
Traditional full-length pantaloons with embroidered ankles. |
Thob |
Full-length, straight or fitted dress. |
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