The word lamé comes from French and originally referred to fabric made with metallic threads, giving it its signature shine.
But in the world of Sudanese tiyab, lamé has taken on a broader meaning.
Lamé can mean any toub with a shimmer effect all over. It doesn’t necessarily need to have metallic thread woven into the fabric — the shine can also be added afterwards using metallic foil or adhesive finishes.
Silver and gold are the most familiar finishes, but lamé effects can come in almost any colour, from pink and blue to green and bronze.
You can also have lamé on different base fabrics, including silk and total (cotton).
At Tiyab Mahanna, we love lamé because a little shimmer can completely transform even the simplest toub.
Little language note:
Lamé is pronounced lah-MAY and comes from the French lamé, referring to material decorated or made with metallic threads.
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