For local women in Kuwait, traditional dress consists of a floor-length long sleeve abaya. This completely covers a woman’s clothing underneath. Their hair is also covered with a hijab or scarf.

KUWAIT, Oct 15 (KUNA) -- Cultures are usually reflected by the choice of clothing which people put on and that fact ... most people near the coastline -- also oftenly humid and hot -- traditional ...

who dress in traditional attire, sing special songs, and receive sweets and nuts from neighbors and relatives. But where did this vibrant tradition originate, and how has it evolved over the years?