arab style neck warmer

[Smalesy]

I've forgotten the proper name for it, the really warm, black/white chequered neck warmer scarf arabian thingy that they used to advertise in the back of bike mags.

What's it called?

Steve

 

[Fanum]

Kuffiyeh, or Kaffiyeh.

 

[Steve B]

I thought they were called a Sheemah (spelling?).
Got both mine from Army/Navy type stores.

Steve B

 

[Warthog]

I thought they were called a Shemagh (?): Warm, but not exceptionally waterproof...

 

[Fanum]

Hmmm...Sheemagh does ring bells but apart from one entry from a Brit, it doesn't pop up easily in Google.

there appear to be many names for them...this one is Saudi;

This Ghutra or Smagh is a Saudi common style made of 100% cotton. The ghutra is folded on a diagonal to form a triangle and placed with the fold in front. Comes with beautiful red embroidery. The Ghutra is usually worn with Igal and Tagiyah to form one complete head cover set.

 

[Sugarcube]

It depends what part of the Middle East you are talking about... all very complicated. I would agree that it is know over there as a kaffiyeh.

I lived in the Middle East for two years and that's what I called them but I have heard other names too.

 

[(RIP) Kaister]

've forgotten the proper name for it, the really warm, black/white chequered neck warmer scarf arabian thingy

Tea Towel

used to be common mid-80's in Devon

 

[Smalesy]

 

[hops]

Definately a Shemag, not sure of the spelling though!

 

[Smalesy]

Guy above looks like Ali G

 

[Larry]

SHEMAGH

Middle East Neck scarf. Very generous size
which is worn wrapped around neck like a
bandanna. Extremely warm & comfortable.
A great winter defence against cold.

Here:

http://www.silvermans.co.uk/Silver/docs/topframe.htm

(Page 7 of Military Head/Neck Wear in the shop area).

 

[Deleted account 220427002]

a hangmans noose?

 

[Deleted account W]

Isn't Lord Snooty wearing one in his avatar?

 

[~Stef~]

fancy being BUFF ?

http://www.buffwear.co.uk/index.php?sect=testimonials

 

[Keyframe]

Just about

The least useful cold weather motorcycling accessory invented, ever.

Right up there alongside a table cloth from Oxfam.

 

[Septic]

Ive had one for about 2 years never realy worked out how to
wear it. Its kinda big n bulky.



stevie