Traditionally Inspired Navy Blue Abaya with Contrasting White Embroidery and Layered Bell Sleeves tribal_rhythms It is believed the kaftan

It is believed the kaftan originated in Central Asia and Mesopotamia in the first millennium

so if wearing it as a dress

this salwar kameez is less busy than some as it does not mix patterns

Waist 86cm (no stretch) - 121cm (full stretch)

It is an absolute credit to the (mostly women) tradespeople and artisans who not only maintain these traditional skills and art forms but also pass them on to future generations by demonstrating them on traditional clothing

Traditionally Inspired Navy Blue Abaya with Contrasting White Embroidery and Layered Bell Sleeves tribal_rhythms It is believed the kaftanAfrica Libya Traditionally Inspired Navy Blue Abaya with Contrasting White Embroidery and Layered Bell Sleeves Sizes: S M Opacity: 3 Sleeve: Open Elasticity: The fabric has no elastic content, however the cotton component of the fabric will slowly stretch to your shape (similar to the way denim stretches to fit the wearer). While this abaya is made in Egypt, it definitely takes its inspiration from the traditional wedding dresses of Libya known as