Are you planning a trip to Qatar soon and wondering what to pack and wear? Even though Qatar is a fairly hospitable nation, visitors are nonetheless required to respect Qatari culture and customs by dressing appropriately.
It might be challenging to dress correctly in Qatar at first. You might be tempted to change into shorts and a T-shirt every time you leave the house since it is so hot but because Qatar is a conservative nation, there are standards for what locals and visitors should wear.
Since the FIFA World Cup was announced to be held there, more people from around the globe are travelling to Qatar. So, we thought we would bring you the ultimate guide for your trip.
Do’s And Don’t of Dressing Up in Qatar
- It is inappropriate to reveal too much skin in Qatar; modest attire is advised, especially in public areas.
- Although the atmosphere is more laid back at tourist hotels, you should always keep your shoulders, knees, and stomach covered.
- Bring comfortable, loose-fitting, lightweight clothing that will keep you cool and is simpler to wash and dry, such as linen, bamboo, and cotton.
- Wearing long sleeves and long pants will shield you from the glaring sun and keep insects away at night. In my opinion, carrying around a pair of glasses and hats is a necessity in that place.
- Even if it’s 45 degrees outdoors, the air conditioning works well and it can get chilly in both shopping malls and restaurants, so make sure to pack a pashmina or shawl. Men would want to bring a lightweight jacket.
25 – Kaftan Dress Outfits
If you are going to a formal event, a wedding, or any formal party, you can wear such Kaftan styled dress. In case you’re wondering what a kaftan is, it is a variation of the robe or tunic. It has been worn by several civilizations all over the world for thousands of years and has its origins in Asia.
Dresses are some of the most worn types of apparel in Qatar, where fashion and modesty go hand in hand.
Anyone can wear dresses and look good; thus, long dresses are a much safer option to go for if you are confused about the guidelines of the dress code in Qatar.
Best Outfits for Your Trip to Qatar
Non-Qatari women are not required to cover their hair or wear the abaya, a long black robe that covers the full body. You can wear skirts, dresses, or pants that reach your knees as long as you cover your shoulders.
You can dress just like you would at home when staying at resorts and hotels. The only places in the city where the dress code must be followed are public ones.
24 – Black and Off-white Look with A Headscarf
If you are feeling like the weather is too hot for you to wear something thick or something that would cover you up completely then worry not, we are here to save the day.
You can always wear satin or linen clothes that would easily let the breeze in and out of your fit.
If you want to cover your head then there are several stunning ways to wear a hijab with a western outfit, one of which is a turban style that would only cover your hair and leave your shoulders and your neck bare. Not only does this look good, but it also helps you beat the heat.
23 – Vibrant Printed Ankle Length Dress
22 – Outfit Idea for Qatar Airport
A way to style up and look classy is to wear a similar colour’s shades, for instance, this color that goes by the name of ‘Bole’ or ‘Thatch’ looks good on anyone and everyone. The minimalistic color would be pleasant to the eyes.
A lighter blouse with a darker shade of the same color pants and a hijab if you would like would make the perfect fit for you on a sunny day out.
You can wear matching or contrasting loafers and a cross-body bag, or carry around a clutch in your hand to fit in all your essentials and finish off the look.
21 – Fifa World Cup Inspired Look
20 – Casual Pants and Tee Fifa Fit
19 – Eastern Attire for A Family Get-Together
18 – Floral Pink Dress
17 – Modest Gym Wear
Health is something that cannot be compromised. If you are a fitness freak and looking for good gyms to go to while you stay, there is also concern about the appropriate dress that you can pull over.
You will easily be able to find a variety of gym wear that covers your arms and legs while giving you that fit and lifted feeling when you work out.
Many international brands sell modest gym wear as well like Puma, you can see the modernistic look of their gym clothes in the picture as well.
16 – White Blouse With Polka Dot Skirt
15 – Button Down Shirt with Straight Leg Pants for A Relaxed Look
A major part of clothing among the women of Qatar is the hijab that they wear, and although you don’t need to wear the hijab, chiffon hijab helps you blend in with the culture of Qatar.
To top it all off, if you are looking for some simple black and white jeans and a shirt, you know the drill, a boyfriend or oversized button-down white shirt would look amazing with straight-leg black pants.
To make it more fashionable, you can wear a camisole underneath your shirt and open up your buttons to give it more of an upper look. You can beat the heat this way and also make yourself look more stylish while staying within the guidelines of hiding your shoulders.
14 – Blue Maxi Tiered Dress
13 – Abaya with Hijab
When in Qatar, you should always at least once try on their cultural and religious wear as a way to honour their dress code. Not only will this make the peers happy, but it will also give you the feeling of being in their shoes. It can be done as a sign of respect for the people of Qatar.
You will find plenty of abaya designs, from flare sleeves as you see in the picture to even slimmer ones, you will easily find abayas with different patterns or styles from anywhere in the country.
To top it off, you can wear the hijab in any style that you want, there are no restrictions to cover your head, so you can also take your hijab as a simple shawl. There are chiffon, cotton, and many other fabric hijabs that you can wear however way you like.
12 – Add a Pashmina or Shawl To Cover Your Shoulders
As mentioned earlier, if yet again you are confused over how to cover your shoulders or your bare back, you can try pashmina shawls that would also complement your whole look.
Try finding matching shawls or you can also pull over a sarong if you have got one for it to act like a shawl. It would not only save you the aggravation of going around finding the perfect pashmina to match your clothes but also save up your money.
No doubt a pashmina makes your outfit look a hundred times better especially when you know how to style it up, by either draping it around your shoulders casually or tying it around you in a way that it looks like an upper.
11 – Tunic Sweater and Trousers
Winters and fashion go hand in hand, you can never miss out on some great stylish outfits, especially in much colder weather in Qatar.
There are no issues with you covering the dress code as well. All you have to do is pull on a tunic sweater along with some matching black flare pants and you are good to go.
To make your fitness a lot more stylish, you can put on a pair of glasses, along with a belt bag to complete the look or pull over a black or beige hoodie to make your top double-layered, something that has been going around since a while and never fails to look amazing.
10 – Add a Vest to Your Casual Outfit
9 – Sweater Shirt and Pants
8 – Sweatshirt and Jogger Pants for Winter Picnic
In the winter season, you must try on a pair of sweatshirts and joggers or sweatpants. They secure you from the cold, and they also provide you with a fashion statement that you are most comfortable and stylish in.
There are several co-ord sets that you can easily find from anywhere, with a range of the brightest colours like green or red to the darkest like black or grey, everything would look good once you wear it. Such a fit can never go wrong.
To complete your look you can wear joggers, and some minimal jewellery like a gold chain or rings, and your look is done for the day.
7 – White Sweater and Jeans for A Casual Day Out
Oversized sweaters are the best when it comes to wearing something modest, along with a pair of 90s relaxed jeans.
These two casual fits would make you look a hundred times better with little to no effort.
6 – Go to Jumper Look
5 – Add Long Coats to Your Outfit
This has to be my favourite look from the list. Not because of the simplicity of this fit but also because no matter where you go, this one outfit would work well anywhere. From an office meeting to going on a date or an outing with your friends.
The all-black innerwear would leave you the hassle of selecting the perfect pair of clothes to wear underneath, it is much more convenient for you to add a long blazer over it. Who wouldn’t love a fit that isn’t time-consuming yet looks as classy as ever?
There is no hassle in trying to accessorize this look as well, from any matching clutch or shoulder bag to any pair of contrasting black or brown boots that would look good with it.
4 – Biege Woolen Sweater and Pants
3 – Layering is The Key in the Winter Season
If you are on a trip to Qatar and you’ve got a fancy white camisole or sleeveless shirt that you can not wear out in public, then you can always go for layering your outfit with a jacket or a blazer over your shirt.
Wear high-waisted jeans and tuck your button-down shirt in and you are good to go. This look would be perfect for you to wear if you are sceptical about what outfit you can wear outside.
To finish off your look, you can also triple layer the outfit by wearing a corset over your shirt as corsets are the new fashion trend throughout the world, and then pulling over a blazer to a jacket to make it look more modest.
2 – Puffer Jackets For Winters
1 – Matching Set Outfit Ideas
Co-ord sets are the talk of the town these days, everybody adores them as the matching set outfits are something that you can very easily and quickly pull off without putting in any extra effort.
A similar coloured knitted matching set would be perfect for you to wear in colder weather in Qatar, the full coverage or the co-ord will not leave you wondering how to cover yourself up or not have any extra pair of eyes on you.
A matching pair of sandals or heels would work best with your fit. But contrasting footwear would look amazing as well, the attention would then be divided between your apparel and your footwear. Which would make you look nothing less than a model walking down the runway.
You can always go heavy on the accessories and try on some big earrings, necklaces, or bracelets, and you can also go for a minimal look with just some small tops for your ears and rings.
