Barbara Hirbawi® Kufiya

€40,00
New Arrival
In stock

The Barbara (بربرة) Kufiya is named after a Palestinian farming village northeast of Gaza City, whose people were displaced to the Gaza Strip in 1948. Once known for its grapes and the market chant “Barbarawi ya ʿanab”, this Palestinian Keffiyeh is inspired by the colours of Barbara’s vineyards, orchards, and the land its people still remember.
By Hirbawi®

The Keffiyeh (pronounced “Kufiya” in Palestine) continues to hold deep and symbolic value, and serves as an icon of resistance, struggle and freedom for the Palestinian people. 

The Hirbawi Keffiyeh is handmade using a classic cross-stitching technique honed over generations. The Keffiyeh is traditionally woven on two layers, the “base”, and the “pattern” or “flower” ( وردة) in Arabic. Beyond its unmatched quality, the Keffiyeh maintains its original functionality:

  • Keeping you cool in hot climates under direct sunlight.
  • Effective shielding against dust and fast-blowing winds.
  • Excellent moisture-wicking properties, directing sweat and moisture away from the skin.

The Keffiyeh now comes in a variety of colours and patterns that are evolving alongside Palestinian culture. Today, a wide selection of designs are available, based on historic landmarks, and elements of Palestinian culture, as well as the traditional staple Keffiyeh patterns that are known and loved around the world.
Materials & Size
  • Warm and Comfortable
  • Breathable and Moisture-Wicking Fabric
  • Fabric weight: 170g/m²
  • Dimensions: 47” x 47”
  • 85% Cotton, 15% High Quality Synthetic
Care Guide
  • Hand wash recommended
  • Machine wash gentle (delicate)
  • Do not bleach
  • Use mild detergent
  • Air dry

Product information

Shipping Costs

All our products are made in Palestine and shipped to our fulfillment center in Portugal. From there, each order is dispatched by registered mail with a tracking number, and final delivery is handled by the local postal service in your country.

Below, you can find our shipping costs based on your country or region:

Destination Standard Shipping with Tracking
Portugal 6-8 €
Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea 10-12 €
United States 9-12 $
All other countries 8-10 €

 

Please ensure your shipping address is complete and accurate, and track your order with your local postal service using the tracking number we provide.

For orders outside the EU, customs duties are uncommon but may apply depending on the local laws of the destination country. If they do, it is the customer’s responsibility to handle any related procedures or payments.

If you are located in Palestine or the occupied Palestinian territories, please contact us before placing an order. We deliver locally using a transport company, and payment can be made upon delivery.


Shipping Times

You will receive a shipping notification once your order leaves our fulfillment center in Portugal.

Estimated delivery times after dispatch:

  • Within the EU: 2–5 business days
  • UK & Ireland: Up to 10 business days
  • USA: 4 Weeks
  • Other countries: Up to 30 business days

Please note: Following a major restock, our fulfillment center may need up to two weeks to dispatch all pending orders.

 

Tracking

Once your order is shipped, you'll receive:

  • A tracking number by email
  • A separate email with your invoice, which may be required for customs clearance outside the EU

We ship by registered international mail from Portugal via CTT (Portugal’s postal service). Your 13-character tracking number can be used to track your parcel on the CTT website and, thanks to international postal agreements, in most countries you can also use the same tracking number on your local postal service’s website. 

 

 

Due to high demand and limited supply, each order is limited to one kufiya.

This helps ensure more people have the opportunity to own a Hirbawi® Kufiya.

Thank you for your understanding.

The story

The Song of Barbara

In the markets of coastal Palestine, sellers once called out, “Barbarawi ya ʿanab” (“Barbara grapes, oh grapes!”), celebrating the famous sweetness of grapes grown in the village of Barbara.

Located between Gaza and al-Majdal, Barbara was surrounded by vineyards, orchards, olive groves, and gardens. Its grapes were renowned across the Palestinian coast and became a symbol of the village itself.

During the Nakba in 1948, Barbara was depopulated and most of its residents were displaced to the Gaza Strip, many settling in Rafah. Though little remains of the village today, its memory endures through generations of descendants.

Over time, the market cry evolved into a folk song still sung today, preserving the name of Barbara and the longing for a village never forgotten.

The colours of the Hirbawi® Barbara Keffiyeh draw inspiration from this story: soft lilac and mint evoke the vineyards and orchards, red reflects the grapes and warmth of village life, and black honours the memory carried forward in song and remembrance.

HANDMADE IN PALESTINE

Crafted with care, shaped by tradition

Watch our video to see the skill and dedication that go into creating each Barbara Hirbawi® Kufiya.

The palette