Traditional Clothing In UAE
ِAgal
An Agal, also called as iqal, egal or igal is a black band secured tightly around the ghutrah to keep it in place. Usually in black in colour, the Agal is losing its prominence these days with young men draping the guthra in different ways.
Majority of the Arab males wear Keffiyeh also called as Shemaghs. It is basically a traditional square cotton scarf which they put on their heads and then grip it with strong hosepipe like stuff called Agal or Aghals. Each tribe, Area or even country has their own traditional colors for Keffiyeh. In UAE, the most prevalent color for Keffiyeh is white with the black Aghals. That scheme varies for Saudi Arabia, Palestine, Bahrain etc. The simplicity of Keffiyeh has made it an international trend even in the cities like Tokyo and Paris. It has become a popular global headgear.
While Keffiyeh are the headwear of the majority of the population, yet people opt for other options also. Among other popular choices are the traditional spherical caps called Qalansuwa, cotton Turbans and Amamahs. All these varieties of men headwear are easily available in the local Arab markets in different prices depending on the material and stuff used.
