Egyptian Bedouin Woman's Traditional Dress: "Galabeya"

Bedouins have worn galabeyas for many centuries and these are usually made from black or blue cotton embellished with contrasting hand-embroidered cross-stitch. The galabeya is perfect for a nomadic life style and the desert climate allowing any breeze to circulate whilst retaining its practicality and modesty.

The geometric embroidered areas of the galabeya are on the chest, sleeves and above the hemline. Galabeyas for special occasions can be made of silk or brocade and worn with Bedouin jewelry usually silver. The galabeya is traditionally worn with a headscarf or veil arranged and folded to form a headdress combined with, but not always, a fast cover often decorated with a variety of coins, embroidery, beading, jewelry and tassels.
Source:
http://www.desertveils.com.au/BedouinClothing.htm