Labbadeh

The Labbadeh (Arabic: اللبادة, lit. '"beaten" referring to the felting process in which it is made'), is a conical brimless felt cap traditionally worn by Lebanese people.

It is made from sheep's wool and is usually combined with a black scarf during work and with a white silk scarf for celebratory, leisure and formal events.

The origin of the labbadeh goes back to ancient times, depictions of it were found in Byblos, Kamid al-Lawz, Aleppo and Tel Michal.

The fashion persisted into medieval times among the Christians of northern Mount Lebanon, where it was especially useful for its natural water-resistance against rain and providing warmth during the cold winters of the mountain. The labbadeh survived into the modern era still being used by some villagers as well as becoming a national symbol of Lebanon as a part of the traditional folk costume of the country.