What is a Qamis or Kamis

In this article we will see what a Qamis is and what it represents.

The qamis, a traditional clothing for men in Arab and Muslim countries.

The qamis is a traditional tunic worn by men in Arab and Muslim countries. It is usually made from cotton or linen, and it is usually white or beige in color. It is characterized by its loose fit and its length that covers the knee. It is usually worn with loose pants called sarouel and a belt called obi.

The history of the qamis goes back centuries, it was worn by men of different social classes in Arab and Muslim countries. It has become a symbol of cultural identity and national pride, it is often associated with tradition and arab culture.

The qamis is generally considered a formal garment, it is often worn for occasions such as weddings, religious ceremonies and business meetings. However, it can also be worn for casual occasions like going out with friends or going on dates. There are different types of qamis that vary by region, style and material.

It is important to note that there are variations in cut, style, color, patterns and material for the qamis, it is therefore important to choose the one that best suits your body shape and tastes. There are also custom-made qamis to fit all body shapes.

The qamis or kamis and the Jilbab, an Islamic garment?

According to the pProfessor Hassan Iquioussen, the prophet's outfit was not Muslim, on the contrary the prophet  dressed like his people and adapted.

However, some Muslims wear this garment for a religious reason. Indeed, in the hadiths, it is said that "the garment that the prophet loved the most is the Qamis"

The origin of the kamis

In reality, the origin of the Qamis is more linked to a custom and a tradition of the Middle East more particularly to Saudi Arabia. Moreover, this traditional outfit existed before Islam.

The kamis  nowadays

When to wear the kamis?

Nowadays, the Qamis has become very anchored in the Arab culture. In the West, Muslim men only wear the Qamis to go to the mosque in order to cover the private parts and not to have an ostentatious outfit. During the Eid holidays, it is very common to offer gifts like Qamis and then wear it during the holidays. In addition, the Qamis can also be worn during an event such as a wedding or a party.

The kamis, a pride and a symbol of Arab culture

For many Muslims, it is an essential outfit to represent Muslim and Arab culture.

What is a kami?

Description of the kamis

The Qamis also called Kamis or boubou in Africa is a long tunic that reaches above the ankles. In general, the Qamis have a loose cut in order to cover one's body during prayer without revealing the shape of one's body.

The different styles and names of kamis

• The most common name and type of tunic is the Qamis.In our online store we offer the "Saudi" Qamis which is the most widespread Qamis with its famous collar.
• In West Africa we also have boubous, with bright colors and patterns that have meaning.
• In the Maghreb we have gandouras and djellabas, often with a loose cut and a hood.
• In Pakistan, we wear short qamis also called Pakistani Qamis which are composed of a set of two pieces. A short tunic and the pants that go with it. This very classy outfit has also spread among Afghans who wear it on a daily basis. We offer on our store the Pakistani Qamis which is one of our best sellers. This outfit can also be worn at a wedding, it is a very elegant outfit with its many embroideries and its collar.