Libyan men typically wear a "thawb", a long, loose-fitting robe that falls to the ankles, and a "shasha" or "tarboosh", a traditional headdress. The thawb is often white, but can also be found in other colors. Underneath the thawb, men may wear a "sirwal", loose-fitting trousers, and a "jalabiya", a long, loose-fitting shirt.
Libyan women traditionally wear a "malfa", a long, loose-fitting dress that covers the entire body except the face, hands and feet. The malfa is often made of a lightweight fabric, and is typically brightly colored or patterned. Underneath the malfa, women may wear a "dira", a long, loose-fitting shirt, and a "sirwal", loose-fitting trousers.
Headscarf (hijab): Many Libyan women also wear a headscarf, or hijab, which covers their hair and neck. The hijab can be of various colors and styles, and is often used as a symbol of modesty and religious devotion.
Traditional Libyan clothing varies depending on region, tribe and occasion. In some areas, men may wear a "burnous", a hooded cloak, and women may wear a "abaya", a loose-fitting cloak that covers the entire body.
Modern Dress:
In urban areas and among younger generations, Western-style clothing is also commonly worn. Both men and women may wear jeans, T-shirts, dresses, skirts, and other modern clothing styles. However, traditional Libyan clothing is still widely worn on special occasions, such as weddings, festivals, and religious holidays.