There was some discussion with Esmeralda at the Winter Hafla about classes for this Pennsic. This information package contains general documented costuming of the 13th century in the Middle East. Insert Map Regional Clothing Arabic Women - A linen or cotton undertunic with long sleeves. A-line embroidered dress with cuffed pants. A sleeveless gown can be worn over the dress.
Caftan is worn with the pants alone or over the entire outfit in some areas.
Embroidery was done on all garment openings as a protection against evil spirits entering the wearer's clothes. For the same reason, a blue braid was worn on the body at all times. The head and face were veiled in public. Men - A linen or cotton under tunic with long sleeves under a striped tunic. These would be covered by a loose coat of wool or mohair with full sleeves, most often of a solid dark color.