Ramadan in the UK falls during a colder part of the year for several years ahead, so evening temperatures tend to stay low. This affects what people choose to wear when walking to and from the mosque and when spending long hours indoors for Taraweeh. As thobes become more common across the UK, many customers ask how many they actually need for Ramadan. The answer depends on how often you attend the mosque, how much variety you prefer and which styles suit you best, but certain patterns come up often from customers who contact us or join our TikTok Lives.
People buy thobes for different reasons. Some want something presentable for Jummah. Others look for a comfortable option for Taraweeh. Many simply enjoy having a few different styles during Ramadan because it helps them feel more prepared for long evenings and gives them something presentable to wear on Eid as well. Students, working adults, reverts and women buying gifts all tend to share similar thoughts. A rotation often makes the month easier.
Starting with One Thobe
You can manage Ramadan with one thobe if it is practical indoors and works well in colder weather. A cotton Moroccan zip gandoura is usually the most convenient single option because it is lightweight for packed masjids. Many people in the UK wear a hoodie underneath a zip gandoura when travelling to and from the mosque, as this adds warmth and gives a relaxed, comfortable look without needing a separate jacket. The limitation is that you have no alternative for Jummah or days when you want a different style or weight.
Two Thobes for Convenience
Two thobes give you noticeably more flexibility. One can be used for daily visits and Taraweeh, and the other for evenings where you want a cleaner, more presentable look. Customers mention that having two options reduces washing pressure and allows them to dress appropriately for both cold evening temperatures and warm prayer halls. A cotton or gabardine Moroccan zip gandoura combined with an Emirati or Omani thobe is a balanced and reliable pairing.
A Three Thobe Rotation
Three thobes cover almost everything you need, especially during a colder Ramadan.
A practical choice for regular evenings is the Moroccan cotton zip gandoura. The gabardine Moroccan zip gandoura at around 170 GSM also works well when you want something with slightly more structure. Many people layer a hoodie underneath either of these when walking to and from the mosque, which adds warmth and makes the outfit more comfortable outdoors while keeping it lightweight indoors.
Moroccan Zip Gandoura Collection
For Jummah or evenings when you want a more presentable appearance, a Moroccan kaftan or an Emirati thobe works well.
Moroccan Kaftan Collection
Emirati Thobe Collection
For especially cold nights, the Signature Hooded Thobe is the warmest option and suits evening walks.
Signature Hooded Thobe Collection
A Four or Five Thobe Collection
More people across the UK are building a small thobe collection as it becomes part of daily wear. Having different weights and styles becomes even more helpful when Ramadan consistently falls during colder months.
A lightweight option such as the Moroccan cotton zip gandoura is useful for warm mosques.
Moroccan Cotton Zip Gandoura Collection
A medium weight option like the gabardine Moroccan zip gandoura works for general use, and layering a hoodie underneath on colder evenings is common.
A Moroccan kaftan or Emirati thobe gives you a more presentable choice for Jummah or community iftars.
An Omani thobe, available in regular and wide fits, offers a traditional, simple style for daily wear.
Omani Thobe Collection
A Moroccan djellaba is especially practical during cold Ramadans. The essential djellaba has a lighter feel, while the premium djellaba offers more warmth and can be worn over any thobe when walking to the mosque.
Moroccan Djellaba Collection
A rotation like this gives you flexibility across the whole month.
Fit and Quality Considerations
Moroccan sizing is not fully standardised, so different pieces can vary slightly. We measure each item individually and list in-between sizes when needed. This is something customers frequently mention when they receive an item that fits properly without guessing.
Stitching and finishing are also points customers raise. Moroccan garments across the wider market can vary in consistency, so people often comment on the tidiness and fabric feel when they receive their order. It is common for buyers to say the quality feels higher than expected for the price.
Pocket design matters too. Many UK customers prefer two practical pockets because they carry essentials on the way to and from the mosque. Moroccan thobes traditionally feature one pocket or none, and two-pocket designs are becoming more common as brands adapt to what UK customers find useful.
Shorter sizes such as size 50 in Moroccan kaftans are also appreciated, as they are not widely available from most brands. This gives customers an option that feels properly suited to their height.
Choosing What Works for You
Some people keep things simple with one or two thobes. Others prefer having a collection that suits different evenings, temperatures and settings. A colder Ramadan makes variety even more practical, especially when moving between warm masjids and cold outdoor conditions. The right number depends on your routine, how often you go to the mosque and how much variety you enjoy, especially if you want something set aside for Eid too.
When to Buy
Popular sizes such as 54 and 56, and shorter options like size 50 in Moroccan kaftans, tend to sell out early. Buying before February gives you the widest choice and enough time to try everything on. If you want more detail about timing, you can read: When Should You Buy Your Thobes for Ramadan in the UK
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