Choosing between a Moroccan gandoura and a hooded djellaba is easier when you compare the actual garment details. Our Moroccan collection includes both styles. This guide describes the pieces in our collection; details can differ between makers.
Start with the silhouette
Look at the neckline, sleeve shape and presence of a hood in each product’s photographs. The gandoura selection offers a range of fabric and embroidery colours. The Hooded Djellaba Moroccan Thobe has a hood and a separate set of colour and size options.
View the Black Moroccan Gandoura Thobe and compare the Hooded Djellaba Moroccan Thobe.
Compare practical details
| Detail | Moroccan gandoura | Hooded djellaba |
|---|---|---|
| Size labels | M, L, XL and XXL, with product-specific height guidance | S, M, L and XL, with different height guidance |
| Hood | Compare the open neckline and silhouette in the product photos | Hooded design |
| Pockets | The black gandoura description lists one closed pocket and one open slit for access to trouser pockets | The product description states that this djellaba does not have pockets |
Do not transfer a size automatically
The gandoura’s XXL option lists a height range of 6′0″–6′3″. The djellaba’s XL lists 6′2″–6′4″. Check the option labels on the exact product, then use our thobe sizing guide for help interpreting the different ranges.
Choose a colour and occasion
Compare lighter, darker and contrasting embroidery options with the pieces you already wear. Use the product close-ups to see the details rather than relying on the colour name alone. For an occasion, try the garment with your intended footwear and layers in time to check fit.
Before you order
Select both colour and size to check availability. Read the individual description for practical features, and use the garment’s care label for cleaning instructions. If a feature or measurement is unclear, contact Sahara Styles with the product name.
You can also compare our embroidered Omani thobes for a different silhouette and neckline detail.