Garment & Textile · Women's Garment
Abaya
Loose black outer-robe worn by women in many Muslim-majority cultures.
Origin
Arabian Peninsula
Era
Ancient → today
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Industrialist View
Saudi/GCC staple; modern abayas have colour, embroidery. Premium from Dubai.
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Cut full-circle or A-line from shoulder. Sleeves often kimono-cut.
Construction & Use
Traditionally black; modern lines offer navy, cream, pastels.