The Keffiyeh
More Than a Scarf
Symbol of Identity, Resistance, and Connection
 cultural pride with style, this iconic garment is far more than a fashion statement … it carries generations of history, pride, and resilience.
Whether you’re buying one to wear, gift, or display … you’re not just buying a scarf. You’re carrying a legacy

What is a Keffiyeh? The Keffiyeh or Koufiyeh, also known as a ghutrah, shemagh, ḥaṭṭah, is a traditional square scarf deeply rooted in Middle Eastern heritage especially Palestine and Jordan.

The Keffiyeh is not just an accessory. It's a legacy of resistance, a piece of your story, and a symbol of something much greater than fashion. When you choose to wear one, you're choosing to connect … with culture, with cause, and with yourself.

What is a Keffiyeh scarf used for? The Keffiyeh is commonly used to provide protection from sun and dust, in winter it protects from rain and cold, today it’s a fashion accessory
A bearded man with short hair and a keffiyeh scarf around his neck, Combination of keffiyeh the traditional Jordanian\Palestinian scarf with Palestinian Embroidery . Behind him, a person is holding a Palestinian flag and facing away from the camera.

What is a Keffiyeh?

The Keffiyeh or Koufiyeh, also known as a ghutrah, shemagh, ḥaṭṭah, is a traditional square scarf deeply rooted in Middle Eastern heritage especially Palestine and Jordan. Made from soft fabric such as cotton polyester and acrylic, it features a distinctive checkered pattern and is commonly worn around the head or shoulders.

What is a Keffiyeh scarf used for?

The Keffiyeh is commonly used to provide protection from sun and dust, in winter it protects from rain and cold, today it’s a fashion accessory that ads a touch of ethnicity to the outfit

What does Keffiyeh symbolize for?

Significance of the Keffiyeh varies depending on time, place and culture; color and style of the Keffiyeh is different from one country to another
Identity
Wearing a Keffiyeh tells a story. It’s a connection to where you come from—or where your heart belongs.

Belonging
In a world of fast fashion and fleeting trends, the Keffiyeh offers a sense of belonging to something much deeper. It says, “I know who I am, and I stand for something.”

Purpose
Your style choices can make a statement. Wearing a Keffiyeh is a way to support meaningful causes and express solidarity without words.

What does the black and white Keffiyeh scarf mean?

Palestinian Keffiyeh "black and white Keffiyeh" is a national pride; symbol for solidarity protests and demonstrations, the Keffiyeh gained popularity among activists. Artists, musicians, activists, and designers wear the Keffiyeh, too, supporting people longing for freedom

Is the Keffiyeh religious?

Keffiyeh has no particular religious symbolism related to the Islamic faith or any other religion

How Do I wear a Keffiyeh?

From classic to modern looks, the Keffiyeh is incredibly versatile:

  • Wrap it around your neck as a statement piece

  • Drape it over your shoulders for comfort and symbolism

  • Tie it headscarf-style for function and tradition

Now the Keffiyeh became a fashion accessory, it became very popular among the young generation as will as men and women every where in the world

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