Modernization of Islamic Thobes

As most of the fashion designers are working on Islamic clothing for women, men’s dresses are not also far away from consideration. There is different men’s clothing in Islam like thobes that play a crucial role in modernizing the whole Islamic fashion. The dress is a perfect mix of tradition with a trend that Islamic men around the world want to wear. However, do not forget that Islamic clothing is not limited to men of Arab or any other Islamic country. It has been found that men from all around the world now consider this type of clothing as a unique one and urge to deck themselves up. 

Thobe is a traditional dress of Islamic men which is also known as Dishdasha, ‘galabiyyas’ Kandura or Suriyah. According to the culture of Islam, thawb with short lengths is regarded as a symbol of modesty. On the other hand, the dresses with long length exhibit the elite status and royalty of the person who wears it. 

A brief history of Islamic Thawb

In Iran, Iraq and other Persian countries, thobes are worn by men as their traditional garment. It is commonly made up of cotton. However, for the winter, woolen thobes are also manufactured. The style and appearance of this garment vary from place to place. For example, in Iran, the sleeves and collars of this dress are stiffened to give a more formal look. Whereas, in other Persian countries, it is more of daily wear. 

How Thawbs Step into Modernization of Islamic Fashion

Many fashion designers working on Islamic clothing for men have come up with the idea of making thobes trendy in the fashion industry. Therefore, this garment is now available in different colors, designs and more. You can find white thobes with a red and white turban with different styles. Some of the common types are ‘Galabandh’, ‘short sleeves’ ‘long kurtas’ and more. 

Men can get their thobes customized as well. They can choose the fabric of their choice; get beautiful stitches, embroideries, etc. They can also check the different designs of thobes available on online stores and get one of their choices.

It can be said that you do not have to leave tradition to get trendy. Different types of designs are coming up to make the garment a trendy one. With the new look and designs, gorgeous and stylish thobes can be worn on any occasion now. 

So, do you want to give your look an extra arc at the wedding or party? Go for modernized thobes now. 

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