Ghutra and shemagh headscarves

Ghutra and shemagh headscarves

Ghutra and shemagh are men's headscarves whose names and styles vary across regional usage. Plain or patterned versions should not be used to infer a wearer's nationality or religious practice automatically. Fabric, square dimensions and edge finishing affect folding options.

Practical checks: ghutra and shemagh headscarves

Select the size around the intended drape and ask whether the scarf is prewashed or may shrink. An agal shown in a photograph is a separate accessory. With woven patterns, inspect the edges and both faces, then follow care instructions to preserve the shape.