Burqa




Garment & Textile · Ceremonial

Burqa

Full-body covering with mesh over eyes.

Category: Ceremonial Origin: Afghanistan Era: Modern

Definition

Full-body covering with mesh over eyes.

Industrialist View

Afghan burqa: blue pleated full veil.

Tailor & Garment-Worker View

Accordion-pleated; cotton or polyester.

Construction & Use

Taliban-era standard; differs from other veils.

Related Terms

Niqab, Chador

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