Scarf Arafat black and white

The black and white Arafat scarf is a woven wrap with a checkered pattern and knotted fringes, which you wear around your neck or as a headscarf. During carnival, you can use it to complete a sheikh costume, and at a gangster party, you can tie it as a cool neckerchief or pull it up over your nose. The scarf is designed for women and men, so an entire group of friends can wear it in the same style.

What exactly do you get with this Arafat scarf?

• You only receive the scarf itself. A head cord to keep it in place when worn as a headscarf is not included.
• The pattern consists of small squares in the center and wider stripes along the edges, in black and white.
• Along the edges are fringes tied into small bunches.
• The scarf is loosely woven and falls in loose folds when worn around your neck or over your head.
• The scarf is suitable for women and men.

Origin of the Arafat scarf

The Arafat scarf is derived from the keffiyeh, a traditional Middle Eastern headscarf worn by men in desert regions to protect against the sun, wind, and sand. The checkered pattern with stripes along the edges makes it instantly recognizable. Traditionally, those who wear it as a headscarf secure it with a dark cord around their head.

Wearing the Arafat scarf in the parade or at a gangster party

For a sheikh look during carnival, place the scarf over your head, let the ends fall over your shoulders, and secure it with a cord. A long white robe underneath completes the silhouette, even if you walk in the parade for hours. If you are going to a gangster party, fold the scarf into a triangle and tie it around your neck with the point facing forward. If you want to look tougher, pull it up over your nose like a bandana, leaving only your eyes visible.

Choose this Arafat scarf and switch between sheikh and gangster with a single scarf, simply by tying it differently.