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The clothing worn actually keeps the body cool and protects from the sun. It seems odd but experience has taught us much more than unapplied scientific theories ever could.
It's a mixture of the colour, the fabric and the way it is worn that contributes to the cooling effect. The fabric is loosely woven but lightweight. The fact that it is not form-fitting but very loose allows it to flow in the breeze even if that breeze is created only by movement such as walking. As the body perspires the colour allows the perspiration to evaporate slowly and as the fabric moves the body is cooled. Call it the poor man's air-conditioner.
The attire also serves other purposes as well. Deserts, although extremely hot during the day, can often be very cold during the night. Additionally, one is less likely to lost in the dessert wearing colours that contrast with the terrain than otherwise. A big black moving object is pretty conspicuous in the middle of the dessert.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agoDeserts are hot, but they are windy and very very dusty.
They can also be very very cold.
So you need to cloak yourself and also cover your head with a turban than can also act as a face cover.
You have to be in a sand storm to appreciate the dress code!
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∙ 13y agoThe clothing worn actually keeps the body cool and protects from the sun. It seems odd but experience has taught us much more than unapplied scientific theories ever could.
It's a mixture of the colour, the fabric and the way it is worn that contributes to the cooling effect. The fabric is loosely woven but lightweight. The fact that it is not formfitting but very loose allows it to flow in the breeze even if that breeze is created only by movement such as walking. As the body perspires the colour allows the perspiration to evaporate slowly and as the fabric moves the body is cooled. Call it the poor man's air-conditioner.
The attire also serves other purposes as well. Deserts, although extremely hot during the day, can often be very cold during the night. Additionally, one is less likely to lost in the dessert wearing colours that contrast with the terrain than otherwise. A big black moving object is pretty conspicuous in the middle of the dessert.
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∙ 10y agoThe looseness alllows the clothes to 'breathe' and allow air to pass through, while the length protects more areas of the body from the sun.
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What kind of clothes do people wear in the desert?
type in Iraq on the computer and click images that will show you
Is black or white better in the desert?
White! Because it would be really hot if you wear black, black absorbs heat.
Why do people wear heavy clothes in the desert?
Primarily as insulation from the desert heat. I believe also that the cotton cloth wicks away sweat and helps cool the body.
In what state is the Black Rock Desert located?
The Black Rock Desert is located in Nevada and is a part of the Great Basin Desert.
What do the people in the Mojave Desert wear?
If you have ever visited Las Vegas or another city or town in the Mojave Desert you will notice that people dress much the same as people elsewhere in the world, depending on the season of the year. Summers are hot, very hot, but winters are mild. People dress accordingly. There is no clothing style particular to the Mojave Desert.
What colour are the robes people wear in the desert?
brown and black
What colors do people wear in the desert?
They mostly wear Whites.
What kind of clothes do people wear in the desert?
type in Iraq on the computer and click images that will show you
What do people in the Gobi desert wear?
nothing
What do people wear in the Thar Desert?
Women in desert areas wear long flowing skirts and loose tops and men wear pants, tops, and turbans. Dress varies from desert region to desert region.
Is black or white better in the desert?
White! Because it would be really hot if you wear black, black absorbs heat.
What type of shoes do desert people wear?
sandals
What clothes do deserts people wear why?
Desert people wear long flowing and bright coloured clothes to protect themselves from the scorching heat.
Do the French wear black?
Yes, French people may wear black. This is considered sober and classy.
What kind of colour of clothes do people in the desert wear?
tan and brown camo
Why do people wear cloaks in the desert?
People wear a cloak in the desert because the little grains of sand can't blow in their eyes, also in hot deserts when it is in the night it is cold so the clooak will keep the person warm.
What do the people that live in or visit the Sahara desert wear?
Desert people usually wear light weight loose fitting clothes, generally it is light colors. It often covers the whole body, face and all.This is due to the harsh desert weather conditions: sunny, stormy and hot.
