Arab Scarf - Shemagh

The Shemagh

The Arab Scarf, also known as the Shemagh is one of the most recognizable accessories around the world. It has been seen in every part of the world and in every culture. Worn by both US Special Forces and Al Queda terrorists, it naturally deserves mention on our website as it is an important weaponry accessory.

What Makes The Arab Scarf So Popular?

From a tactical perspective, the arab scarf provides the operator with two advantages. The first advantage is the ability to disguise ones appearance, using the scarf almost like a mask. In the pre-1990s era, Yassir Arafat only appeared wearing his Shemagh in this manner to disguise his appearance. The second advantage the keffiyeh gives is the ability to shield the wearer from breathing in harmful irritants. The battlefield is often times dusty, with sand being thrown into the air. Rather than wear a full face mask, a Shemagh is capable of preventing sand from being inhaled.

From a non-tactical perspective, the Shemagh is a popular fashion accessory. The distinctive color and textile patterns go great with many of today's clothing brands. Celebrities as diverse as Kanye West, Rachel Ray, and even John McCain's daughter Meghan McCain have all been photographed wearing an arab scarf.

Should You Purchase An Arab Scarf?

We would say that if you can find a nice quality arab scarf in the color you like, buy it. Do not spend more than $15-$20 on your purchase as the going rate seems to be from $9-$15. We sampled a variety of scarfs from many vendors and found the lower priced $4-$5 to be poorly made. The $10-$12 priced arab scarfs were high quality and will last many years.

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Added:  Friday, May 29, 2009
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