galabeya

Long flowing tunic

A galabeya is a loose, full-length robe with wide sleeves, traditionally worn by men in Egypt and other parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

The garment is practical for hot climates and can range from simple everyday cotton to elaborately decorated versions for special occasions: He changed into a galabeya after work.

Also spelled galabiya, gallabiya, or jellabiya.

garment

robe

Long loose outer garment

  • tunicLoose hip-length top
  • caftanLoose, long-sleeved robe
  • thobeArab men's long robe

ankle-length · loose-fitting · cotton · linen · neckline · embroidery · sleeve · collar · hem · traditional

egyptian

Cairo

Egyptian capital city

  • NileAfrica's longest river
  • bazaarOpen-air merchant district
  • soukTraditional Arab market

village · rural · everyday · informal · domestic · relaxed · comfortable · men · women · homewear

occasion

wedding

Marriage rite and feast

festive · ceremonial · embroidered · ornate · decorated · formal · silk · brocade · gold thread · beadwork

fashion

contemporary

Of the present age

styled · resort wear · bohemian · maxi · ethnic · fusion · runway · luxury · artisan · handmade

Categories
Opposites
garment silhouette and fit

galabeyaskinny jeans

Form-fitting denim pants

bodycon dress · leotard · wetsuit · pencil skirt · corset

cultural and regional origin

galabeyathree-piece suit

Coordinated business attire trio

tuxedo · business suit · blazer · lederhosen · kimono

formality and context

galabeyabusiness attire

Formal professional clothing

office wear · athleisure

Family

jellaba, djellaba

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G