Arabian Costumes Costume
Bring the magic of Arabian Nights to life with classic desert styles.
Arabian costumes are a highly popular choice for themed parties, Halloween, and theatrical performances, drawing inspiration from both historical Middle Eastern attire and classic folklore. This guide covers the two most iconic styles: the traditional flowing desert robe (thobe and ghutra) and the vibrant, fairy-tale inspired Arabian princess outfit. Whichever path you choose, the look is defined by flowing fabrics, rich colors, and distinctive headwear.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–80
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What you need for a Arabian Costumes costume
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Flowing white robe or tunic
A loose-fitting, ankle-length white tunic or long-sleeved robe made of lightweight cotton or polyester.
DIY: Use an oversized white long-sleeve button-down shirt or a plain white bedsheet draped carefully.
Ghutra headscarf and agal headband
A traditional red-and-white checkered or solid white square scarf, held in place by a double-looped black cord.
DIY: Use a square red-and-white checkered scarf and secure it with a thick black elastic headband or braided black yarn.
Arabian princess two-piece set
An alternative vibrant turquoise or blue satin set featuring harem pants and a matching off-the-shoulder crop top.
DIY: Pair blue satin jogger pants with a matching blue crop top and fabric glue gold trim along the edges.
Gold coin hip scarf or belt
A fabric sash adorned with hanging gold metallic coins that jingle with movement.
DIY: Sew gold sequins or metallic plastic coins onto a yellow or gold ribbon.
Leather sandals
Simple brown or gold open-toe leather sandals to complete the desert aesthetic.
DIY: Use any neutral-colored flat sandals or slip-on shoes you already own.
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How to put it together
- 1
Choose your style path: either the traditional flowing white robe or the vibrant blue princess ensemble.
- 2
If wearing the robe, slip on the ankle-length white tunic first as your base layer.
- 3
Fold the ghutra headscarf diagonally into a triangle, place it over your head, and secure it with the black agal headband.
- 4
If choosing the princess look, put on the turquoise harem pants and matching off-the-shoulder top.
- 5
Tie the gold coin hip scarf snugly around your waist or hips to add movement and shine.
- 6
Finish the outfit by slipping into simple flat leather sandals.
Makeup & hair
For the princess look, style hair in a high, segmented ponytail secured with gold bands, and apply dramatic winged black eyeliner. For the traditional robe look, keep hair neatly tucked under the headscarf.
Arabian Costumes for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair a traditional desert robed traveler with an Arabian princess in matching turquoise and gold.
- group
- Gather a group to represent characters from Arabian Nights, including a sultan, a princess, a desert nomad, and a genie.
- kids
- Kids can wear miniature versions of the blue princess outfit or a simple white tunic with a soft fabric headpiece.
- Plus size
- Flowing robes and elastic-waist harem pants offer a highly comfortable, adjustable, and flattering fit for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a small gold-trimmed vest or a lightweight red fez hat.
Tips
- Opt for lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton or polyester blends to stay cool during indoor parties.
- Secure the headscarf with bobby pins if you plan on dancing or moving around a lot.
- Keep accessories lightweight; plastic gold coins look just as good as metal ones but are much easier to wear all night.
Arabian Costumes costume FAQ
- What is the traditional Arabian costume called?
- The traditional male attire consists of a long white robe called a thobe (or dishdasha) and a headscarf called a ghutra, secured by a black cord called an agal.
- How do I make a DIY Arabian princess costume?
- You can pair turquoise jogger pants with a matching crop top, then hot-glue gold trim or sequins along the collar and waistband.
- What shoes should I wear with an Arabian costume?
- Simple leather sandals, flat slip-ons, or gold pointed-toe flats work best to keep the look authentic and comfortable.
Did you know? The iconic turquoise 'Arabian Princess' look was popularized globally by animated fairy tales in the early 1990s, blending historical Persian styles with theatrical fantasy.