The melkam and Leul is a beautifully coordinated Ethiopian traditional outfit for couples, blending timeless cultural style with elegance and unity. Both garments are crafted from soft, handwoven white shemma cotton and adorned with rich, golden tibeb embroidery – symbolizing royalty, festivity, and harmony.
The woman’s dress features a full-length flowing skirt with bold gold embroidery panels around the hem and smaller accent patterns throughout. The man’s shirt is tailored in a modern slim fit with matching embroidery on the chest, sleeves, and collar, paired with clean white trousers.
Features
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Fabric: White handwoven shemma cotton
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Embroidery: Ornate golden tibeb on hem, bodice, and sleeves
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Style: Full-length flared skirt, long sleeves, traditional round neckline
Key Features (Men’s Outfit):
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Top: White traditional shirt with gold tibeb accents on chest and sleeves
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Pants: Matching white tailored trousers
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Neckline: Softly structured collar with subtle embroidery
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Occasions: Ideal for cultural events, weddings, and holiday celebration
Care Instructions:
Hand wash gently or dry clean
Iron inside out on low heat, avoid embroidery
Shipping and Processing:
Processing Time: 3 weeks
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