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Origin of the Bisht for Men of Royalty The bisht travels back to several centuries ago when the Arabs wore this long one-piece attire. It proved to be a comfortable and traditional men’s cloak. This symbol of Arab identity has many designers intrigued with its diverse yet simple look. There’s a certain grandeur attached to how Arabs pull it off among their acquaintances from other walks of life. Do you want to know more about the bisht and are interested in buying one? Today’s blog brings you the royal coat along with the Arabian Thobe and Shemagh Agal.
Origin of the Bisht Men’s bisht gives out a very royal adornment and luxury look that only a few men’s garments can achieve. They were tailored initially in Persia and were later introduced to the Saudis from the bisht vendors of Haj or Umra. The Al-Ahsa region from the Eastern Province offers some of the best bisht tailors, spanning over two centuries. They have been the leading producers of traditional Arabian wear since the 1940s. Three types of stitches are used in customizing men’s bishts, including gold, silver, and silk stitch. The thread for which the stitches are done is called zari, among which gold and silver are commonly used. After cream and white shades, the black bishts with gold stitching are considered the most popular. Black robes lined with golden fabric and inter-laid borders are eye-catching and splendid-looking. The bisht is worn formally by leaders from several industries like politicians and high-ranking individuals. The younger generation looked for variety, and so began the evolutionary changes in wearing bisht. New colors were introduced to the market in the early 90s, like maroon, grey, and blue. If you are looking for men's bisht with attractive golden embroideries, welcome to Al Amira. We have a range of bisht designs, ranging from brown, grey, black, and even a combination of shades. This popular Arab attire is made from soft and light fabrics of cotton and polyester. The bisht spells a luxury look with a two-string tassel closure. It is considered a respected and grand adornment for significant events like religious trips and weddings.