The keffiyeh (Arabic: كُوفِيَّة, romanized: kūfīyah),[1] also regionally known as a hattah (حَطَّة, ḥaṭṭa), ghutrah (غُتْرَة), or shemagh (شُمَاغ), is a traditional headdress worn by men from parts of the MiddleEast and North Africa. Known also as the “ghutra” in the Gulf, this traditional keffiyeh style can also be worn with a black agal ring to keep it in place. The ghutra is a tidy and formal wrapping style that offers complete coverage and protection for your head. How to Wear: Fold the Kufiya into a triangle. This ready made ghutra arab hat in white is designed specifically for kids. They will not unravel and will stay comfortably on their heads. Fitted with inner cap for comfortability, it includes inner elastic to adjust fitting. Why Do MiddleEastern Men Wear a Chequered Headdress? The chequered head dress, known widely know as the keffiyeh, is a powerful symbol of Arab identity, tradition and practicality in the MiddleEast. The Arafat keffiyeh became one of the most globally recognized forms of the black and white keffiyeh. Its visibility helped introduce the traditional Palestinian scarf to people across the MiddleEast, Europe, and the wider world. Originally worn as practical desert and outdoor wear. The keffiyeh or kufiyyeh, is a traditional headdress worn by men from parts of the MiddleEast. It is fashioned from a square scarf, and is usually made of cotton. The words « keffiyeh » and « Shemagh » stand for pieces of fabric (mostly cotton and wool), designed to be worn by MALES in the middleEast.
