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My Men's Qamis
The qamis, also known as a men’s abaya in France, comes in four main styles: Saudi, Emirati, Qatari, and Omani. We’re familiar with each style, and we can help you choose the one that will suit you best.
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Mon Qamis Men's Expertise
Four Countries, Four Ways to Cut a Qamis
What sets one qamis apart from another isn't visible in the photo or in the color—it's all about the neckline. That's the first thing we look at when we're selecting a piece.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi qamis
The only one of the four to feature a real collar—either a shirt collar or a buttoned round collar, depending on the style—with closed cuffs. Straight cut, slightly fitted at the shoulders.
Our opinion: The easiest to wear if this is your first men's abaya, and the most formal option for everyday wear.
See Saudi qamis →United Arab Emirates
Emirati qamis
Known as a kandura in its country of origin. No collar: a round neckline closed by the tarbouche, a braided cord with a tassel that hangs down over the chest. Flowing cut, wide sleeves.
Our opinion: the lightest option in hot weather, and the one that makes you look the tallest.
View Emirati qamis →Qatar
Qatari qamis
Its signature feature: a stiff, stand-up collar, worn upright, with no visible buttons or drawstring. The fabric is generally more structured than that of an Emirati, giving it a clean, very tailored silhouette.
Our opinion: The most formal of the four. The one you choose for a ceremony or an important meeting.
View Qatari qamis →Oman
Omani qamis
The Omani dishdasha. It features a collarless neckline that extends into the furakha: a cord with a tassel that, according to tradition, is scented. The cut is more understated and form-fitting.
Our opinion: the most understated, and by far the most elegant once the furakha is properly worn.
View Omani qamis →Beyond the Gulf: We also work on the Atlas Qamis made of satin fabric, the Ikaf Qamis with a structured cut, the Pakistani short qamis for the week, the Moroccan gandoura embroidered with sfifa and sets jabador two- and three-room apartments.
Vocabulary
Men's abaya, kamis, thobe: one garment, many names
This is the number one source of confusion when ordering online. Depending on the country, region, or family tradition, the same long tunic goes by different names—and you end up thinking they’re different garments. Here are the seven terms we see most often in your messages.
Men's Abaya
France
The common name for the qamis in French-speaking countries. The term “men’s abaya” does indeed refer to the long men’s tunic: it is a garment distinct from the women’s abaya, with its own cuts, collars, and sizing system. If you’re looking for a long, black, or white men’s abaya, you’re actually looking for a qamis.
Qamis / kamis
General Use
Two spellings of the same word, which comes from Arabic qamîs, the shirt. This is the term most commonly used in France, and the one we use throughout the catalog.
Thobe
Saudi Arabia
From Arabic thawb, the garment. This is the local name for the Saudi qamis, the one with a collar. It is also sometimes spelled "thawb" or "tobe," depending on the translation.
Kandura
Emirates
The Emirati-style cut, collarless, topped with a tarbouche. That’s the term people in Dubai or Abu Dhabi will use.
Dishdasha
Oman, Kuwait
The Omani and Kuwaiti versions, recognizable by their furakha—a cord with a tassel that extends from the neckline and is traditionally scented.
Gandoura, djellaba
Maghreb
The North African equivalents, often embroidered with sfifa around the neckline. The djellaba differs from the gandoura in that it has a hood; the gandoura, on the other hand, is often worn with short sleeves in the summer.
Boubou
West Africa
The large, loose-fitting tunic from sub-Saharan Africa. Many of our customers are looking for a “Saudi boubou”; what they actually have in mind is the Saudi qamis.
The Mon Qamis Men's Guide
Why Does Your Qamis Come in Two Sizes?
The workshops in the Gulf number their qamis by the length : 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62. This is a height guide, not a weight guide. Here is the conversion chart we use throughout the catalog.
52
S
approx. 1.65 m
54
M
approx. 1.70 m
56
L
approx. 1.75 m
58
XL
approx. 1.80 m
60
XXL
approx. 1.85 m
62
XXXL
approx. 1.90 m
Two workshop rules: sleeve length takes precedence over total length, and when choosing between two sizes, always go with the larger one—a qamis can be shortened, but it can't be lengthened.
By color, by budget
White for Friday, the rest for the rest of the week
Beyond the Qamis
Complete the outfit
For children
The same haircuts, on their own scale. And the circumcision outfits, prepared for the big day.
Children's Qamis|Circumcision OutfitFor the Hajj and Umrah
An unstitched cotton ihram, and the Saudi bisht for special occasions.
Ihram|Saudi bishtThe bottom
Matching harem pants and qamis pants, made from the same fabrics as our tunics.
Harem pants|Qamis pantsAccessories
They are what make the difference between a qamis that's simply worn and one that's worn well.
Czech Republic|Keffiyeh|Tarbouche|SlippersAbout Us
How We Choose a Qamis
Mon Qamis Homme has been sourcing its garments since 2021 from workshops in the Gulf and the Maghreb. We don’t work from a catalog: each style is ordered as a sample, worn, and washed before it goes on sale. It’s a time-consuming process, but it’s the only way to know if a fabric holds up to ironing or if a neckline starts to stretch out after three wears.
When choosing a men’s abaya, follow this order: first the cut, then the fabric, and finally the color. The cut depends on the occasion—a flowing Emirati style for the mosque and celebrations, a Qatari style with a high collar for a ceremony, and a short style for everyday wear. The fabric depends on the season: cotton and linen are breathable when it’s hot, while satin fabrics hold their shape better and look more elegant in the evening.
That leaves the issue of length, which is the real challenge of online shopping. That’s why our catalog always lists both the letter and numerical sizes, and why we prefer to answer your questions before you place your order rather than after you return an item. Write to us at contact@mon-qamis-homme.com : Tell us your height and build, and we'll tell you which size to order.
Selection
We don't carry any styles online that we wouldn't wear ourselves.
Tip
A response to every email, both before and after the purchase.
Trust
[[NB]] verified customer reviews and a address in France.
— The Mon Qamis Men's Team
Your Questions
Men's Qamis FAQ
The six questions that come up most often in our emails, along with the answers we provide on a daily basis.
Size
What size qamis should I choose?
Base your choice on your height, not your shirt size. The number corresponds to the length: 52 for approximately 1.65 m, 54 for 1.70 m, 56 for 1.75 m, 58 for 1.80 m, 60 for 1.85 m, and 62 for 1.90 m. The letter, from S to XXXL, indicates the fit. If you’re unsure between two sizes, choose the larger one: a hem can be taken in, but a qamis that’s too short can’t be fixed.
Vocabulary
Men's abayas and qamis—are they the same garment?
Yes. In France, the term “men’s abaya” is simply the common name for the qamis: it’s the same long tunic, with the same cut and the same sizing system. It should not be confused with the women’s abaya, which is a different garment. Elsewhere, it is called a thobe in Saudi Arabia, a kandura in the United Arab Emirates, a dishdasha in Oman and Kuwait, a gandoura or djellaba in the Maghreb, and a boubou in West Africa.
Cuts
Saudi, Emirati, Qatari, Omani: How Can You Tell Them Apart?
It’s all about the neckline. The Saudi man wears a real collar, whether on a shirt or a round-necked, buttoned top. The Emirati man has none: his round neckline is closed by the tarbouche, a braided cord with a tassel. The Qatari man can be recognized by his stiff, stand-up collar, which has no buttons. Finally, the Omani man extends his neckline with the furakha, a cord with a tassel that, according to tradition, is scented.
Length
How long should a qamis be?
A well-fitting men’s abaya ends just above the ankle: low enough to provide coverage, yet high enough to avoid dragging on the ground or wearing out at the hem. A short qamis, on the other hand, falls to the knee and is worn with matching pants. If your garment is too long, having the hem altered by a tailor costs just a few euros and makes all the difference.
Fabrics
Which fabric should you choose depending on the season?
Cotton and linen for summer: they’re breathable and can withstand the heat, though they do tend to wrinkle a bit—which is part of their charm. Heavier satin fabrics drape better and maintain their shape all day long; they’re ideal for evening events, weddings, and transitional seasons. Whether you choose short or long sleeves comes down to personal preference and the temperature.
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How do you wash and care for a qamis?
Wash at 30 °C on the delicate cycle, inside out, without fabric softener: this is the best way to preserve satin fabrics and embroidery. Air-dry on a hanger; never use a dryer, as it causes cotton to shrink and satin to lose its luster. Ironing at a low temperature is then all it takes to restore the fabric’s original drape.
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