Tailors in the UAE are racing against time to complete both pending and incoming orders for three major Islamic festivals. With outfits needed for Hag Elilah, Mukhawara for Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr, the pressure mounts each year. The surge in demand is forcing tailoring shops to either refuse new orders or set delayed delivery deadlines.
Three consecutive celebrations and rituals require different clothing for each occasion. Hag Elilah, a children’s tradition before Ramadan; Mukhawara, worn by women during the holy month; and Eid, celebrated with the finest attire, each requiring different clothing styles.
