Leather charm, Jalabiya custom warm enough to mean everything

warm enough to mean everything

particularly on the Dubai creek

and full of love

postcards and all the small things worth keeping

and honestly

Leather charm, Jalabiya custom warm enough to mean everythingThe jalabiya (known in the Emirates as the mukhawar) is one of the most beloved garments in Gulf culture. A loose, floor length dress crafted from breathable fabrics like linen, soft cotton and silk, it is distinguished by its intricate embroidery; vibrant floral motifs of delicate petals, vines and blooming flowers, stitched in rich contrasting threads around the neckline, cuffs and hem. Worn at home, at family gatherings, during Ramadan and on