The Bani Malik Tribe
Location: Southern Taif Region, Hijaz, Western Saudi Arabia
To the south of Bani Saʿad territory lies the homeland of the Bani Malik tribe. Their cultural identity is expressed not only through clothing but also in the distinctive decorative stonework of their architecture, which is characteristic of the southern Hijaz region.
As with the dresses worn by Bani Saʿad women, Bani Malik garments are cut in a straight, simple silhouette. However, they are distinguished by the predominance of vibrant yellow embroidery, which sets them apart from neighbouring styles. The embroidery is given added texture and dimension through the use of small glass beads interspersed with bright red knots.
Sleeves are intentionally kept short to showcase silver bracelets — an important element of festive and everyday adornment.
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Bani Malik little girl’s thobe
The Bani Malik Tribe Bani Malik little girl's thobe in black cotton fabric cut and embroidered in the same style as for an adult. Glass beads are interspersed along the embroidered panels. Neighbouring Bani Sa‘d to the south is the Bani Malik tribe. The decorative stonework of their architecture is typical of the southern Hijaz. As with Bani Sa‘d dresses,[...]
Banik Malik thobe with embroidered side and front panels
The Bani Malik tribe Bani Malik thobe with embroidered side and front panels. The short sleeves are to allow for silver bracelets. The head veil is decorated with glass beads. Neighbouring Bani Sa‘d to the south is the Bani Malik tribe. The decorative stonework of their architecture is typical of the southern Hijaz. As with Bani Sa‘d dresses, the cut[...]
Bani Malik thobe embroidered in yellow
The Bani Malik tribe Description of Costume: Bani Malik thobe embroidered predominantly in yellow. Small glass beads decorate the yoke and surround the embroidered panels. The qarqoosh (hat) is also beaded. Neighbouring Bani Sa‘d to the south is the Bani Malik tribe. The decorative stonework of their architecture is typical of the southern Hijaz. As with Bani Sa‘d dresses, the[...]