Jellabiya

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The Jellabiya or Jelabiya in Egypt, "Jelebeeya" in Ethiopia and "Jehllubeeya" in Eritrea) is a traditional Egyptian garment native to Egypt and the Sudan Nile valley.

It differs from the Arabian Thobe in that it has a wider cut, no collar (in some cases on buttons), and longer, wider sleeves. In the case of farmers, these sleeves can be very wide and sewn into pockets. They are then used to store small items such as tobacco or money. Along the Red Sea coast of Sudan and Egypt as well as the Sinai peninsula, most Arab Beduin and some Badawi tribesmen prefer the Arabian style Dishdash or Thobe over the Nile valley Jellabiya, because of its association with farming. Jellabiya colors are often white (Summer), during Winter other colors such as grey, dark green, olive, blue, tan, or striped fabrics are used. In the latter, the fabric may be thicker. Jellabiya is traditionally worn with an Ammama (turban).

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