Most Saudis and Emiratis wear their national dress with pride. The thobe is typically well ironed and clean when donned. With the concept of ‘honour’ playing a key role in Middle Eastern culture, wearing a thobe with even the smallest stain would impact the reputation of the wearer.

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If you are an expat relocating to the Middle East, (in particular Saudi Arabia or the UAE) then be aware that locals are very proud of their national dress. Kompanje, Ejo (2013). " 'Real men wear kilts'.. The anecdotal evidence that wearing a Scottish kilt has influence on reproductive potential: how much is true?". Scottish Medical Journal. 58 (1): e1–e5. doi: 10.1177/0036933012474600. ISSN 0036-9330. PMID 23596031. S2CID 10500427. Ibler, Mladen (2002). "Hrvatski grb iz frankopanskog Senja u Švedskoj"[The Croatian coat of arms - from Frankopan Senj to Sweden]. The Anthology of Senj (in Croatian). City Museum Senj - Senj Museum Society. 29 (1): 109. ISSN 0582-673X. Each variation of a keffiyeh holds different symbolic meanings based on its pattern and colour although there is no underlying, universal symbolism to the Keffiyeh. Rather, its interpreted meaning is geographically, culturally and situationally dependent.

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However, despite these differences, all pieces of clothing serve a practical purpose relating to the environment whilst also adhering to the Islamic religious requirements Wearing a loose-fitting thobe ensures men are properly covered and modest in their attire. It also ensures that they are suitably dressed for the Islamic prayer which is read five times per day. Jerseys and hats using the cheque are widely used by Croatian sport fans. It can also be found as a decoration on various tourist souvenirs. The Palestinian keffiyeh: From Sumerian priests to symbol of resistance". Middle East Eye . Retrieved 30 May 2021.

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