Buying a thobe is different from buying an ordinary shirt or trousers. The cut has to suit the style you want, the length has to fall correctly above the ankle, and the fabric has to stay comfortable through long prayers, family gatherings and warm days. This guide covers what to buy, what it costs, and how to order it well.

Why buy thobes online?

Outside the Gulf, good thobe shops are hard to find, and local stores often stock only a few sizes and colors. Ordering online gives you clear advantages:

• Wider selection. A specialist store carries many regional styles, colors and fabrics in one place.
• Made-to-order quality. Many thobes are produced for each customer, with custom sizing and embroidery on request.
• Transparent pricing. Compare styles, fabrics and prices side by side before you buy.
• Delivery anywhere. Men in the USA, UK and around the world can order the same thobes worn across the Gulf.

Types of thobes and traditional wear you can buy online

Knowing the exact style you want makes it much easier to choose.

Popular picks right now

• White Business Saudi Thobe for Cultural & Formal Gatherings$85.99
• Designer White Formal Thobe for Weddings & Celebrations$129.99
• Luxury Golden Emirati Thobe for Formal and Daily Wear$79.99
• Premium Kuwaiti Cotton Thobe, Breathable & Elegant$109.99

Thobe styles by region

Details vary from maker to maker, so check the product photos and description before ordering. To learn more, read Understanding the Saudi Traditional Attire, or email the eThobe team for advice on style and color.

Thobe colors and when to wear them

See the Solid Black Modern Thobe, the Royal Blue Saudi Thobe and the Desert Sand Saudi Thobe.

How much does a thobe cost?

Price depends on the style, fabric and level of detail. Current eThobe prices:

Custom sizing, embroidery and premium fabrics can raise the price. New customers get 10% off their first purchase by subscribing to the eThobe newsletter.

How to measure yourself for a thobe

Accurate measurements prevent most fit problems, and they take about five minutes with a helper and a soft tape measure:

1. Chest: around the fullest part, under the arms. This is the most important number.
2. Waist: around your natural waistline, not the size of an old garment.
3. Sleeve length: from the shoulder point down to the wrist bone.
4. Thobe length: from the shoulder to where you want the hem, usually just above the ankle.
5. Bisht length: from the shoulder down to the ankle, if you're adding a bisht.
6. Compare with the chart: match your numbers to the size chart below, and size up if you fall between sizes.

Measure over light clothing, keep the tape snug but not tight, and give your true numbers rather than rounding down. Sizing mistakes aren't refundable, so check twice. Bisht, vest and children's charts are on the eThobe Size Guide.

Ordering for a family or a wedding party? Collect chest, waist, sleeve and length for each person and keep them together in one shared list before you order.

Standard sizes vs. custom-made thobes

If you're unsure which size fits, email your measurements to support@ethobe.com before ordering.

What fabric is best for a thobe?

• Soft cotton: breathable, absorbs sweat and feels comfortable all day. The best choice for daily wear, prayers and warm climates.
• Lightweight summer fabrics: thin, airy weaves in white and light shades that keep you cool in hot weather.
• Warmer winter fabrics: heavier, denser cloth in darker colors for cold months and evenings.
• Pure white cotton for ihram: soft, lightweight and breathable for Hajj and Umrah.

For hot or humid climates, choose a light cotton thobe from the summer collection. For colder places, see winter thobes and men's winter clothes.

Thobes for boys

Boys need thobes cut for their proportions, not shortened adult patterns. eThobe's children's size chart covers ages 2 to 13 for thobes and bishts, so the whole family can match for Eid, weddings and Friday prayers. Check chest, sleeve and length on the Size Guide, and leave a little room for growth.

Accessories to complete your look

Most men add a few essentials to their thobe order for comfort and a finished appearance.

• All accessories
• White shemagh
• Red shemagh
• Prayer caps
• Cotton trousers
• Cotton undergarments
• Bishts
• Winter layers

How long does it take to get a thobe?

eThobe ships worldwide, and you receive a tracking number by email once your order is dispatched.

Customs duties, import taxes and VAT are the customer's responsibility, and delays can happen during customs checks, holidays and busy seasons. Full details are in the Shipping Policy.

Planning for Ramadan, Eid, a wedding or Hajj? Order at least three to four weeks ahead with standard shipping, and allow extra time in the busy weeks before Eid.

Returns, refunds and exchanges

• Eligible items can be returned within 30 days of delivery, unworn, unwashed, with tags and original packaging.
• Email support@ethobe.com for approval first. Returns sent without written approval are refused.
• Refunds are given for defective, damaged or incorrect items, or a verified manufacturing fault.
• Change-of-mind purchases, sizes chosen incorrectly, custom or personalized garments, and orders placed at sale or discount prices aren't refundable.
• Orders can be cancelled within 3 working days of purchase, before production begins.
• Defective or incorrect items can be replaced or exchanged. Send photos and your order number.

Read the full Refund Policy.

Buying checklist for any online thobe store

1. The right regional style and collar for how you'll wear it.
2. A clear size chart in inches and centimeters.
3. Fabric details, so you know whether it suits summer or winter.
4. Real product photos from several angles.
5. Published delivery times that meet your deadline for Eid or an event.
6. A clear return and refund policy you've read before paying.
7. Responsive support by email and phone.
8. Secure payment. eThobe accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay.

Other places to buy thobes

Thobes are also sold by large online marketplaces, which offer low prices but mixed quality and sizing, and by local Islamic clothing shops and tailors, which let you try before you buy but usually carry a small range. Comparing two or three stores on style, fabric, sizing and delivery time will help you find the best fit. For more tips, read How to Choose the Best Ready-Made Men's Thobe.

Frequently asked questions