Arabic Letter embroidered/tatreez on zipped Off White abaya kaftan Thobe

This is a striking and elegant zipped abaya (or kaftan-style dress) that blends traditional calligraphic art with a modern, structured silhouette. It features a high level of craftsmanship, particularly in the metallic embroidery.

Design & Aesthetics

• Color Palette: The base fabric is a crisp off-white or cream, providing a neutral canvas that makes the gold metallic embroidery pop.

• Calligraphy Motif: The garment is heavily adorned with Arabic calligraphy. The letters are rendered in a flowing, abstract script (likely Thuluth or a stylized Diwani), where the focus is on the rhythmic beauty of the strokes rather than legibility.

• Structure: It features a full-length, floor-grazing hem with  one with belt  and long sleeves. The front includes a functional zipper closure, which adds a contemporary, practical edge to the traditional aesthetic.