John Niven

I returned from my last L.A. visit to find myself tipping the scales like Homer Simpson when he tries to gain enough weight to qualify as disabled to be allowed to work from home. All I was missing was his kaftan and Fat Guy Hat. So, I decided it was time to diet.

Scottish Author

Gabrielle Anwar

I have this threadbare caftan from the '60s that I got at a vintage store years ago - it's basically a muumuu. My friends are astonished that I wear it, but I love it. It's this light fabric that just moves with me.

English Actress

Jasper Carrott

Yes, you could call me a tree hugger, an environmentalist, an eco-warrior even - except I don't spend my life in a kaftan, smoking joss sticks and walking a skinny dog on a piece of string.

English Comedian

Iman

When I lived in Egypt, we always wore kaftans. I had cashmere kaftans from Halston. You put on a kaftan in your backyard, and it's like you're in Ibiza.

Somali Model

Demis Roussos

One day I had an instinct to put on a kaftan and go out and sing. People liked it out of the blue. An artist should be instinctive.

Greek Musician

Sophie Rundle

I want to be old Princess Margaret, without a doubt. Kaftan wearing, Caribbean island-dwelling... that's my inner spirit animal.

Kaftan reflects traditional garments from Middle Eastern cultures and can indicate respect when worn in these regions.

Cultural Dress

While historically a male garment in the Middle East, kaftans are worn by all genders in contemporary fashion.

Gender Neutral

In some Middle Eastern countries, a kaftan is formal attire and worn on special occasions.

Formal Occasions

In Western fashion, kaftans are considered informal and ideal for relaxed settings, like beaches or casual events.

Casual Comfort

Kaftans in the West are adaptable and can be styled for different looks, making it a favorite among eclectic fashion lovers.

Versatile Fashion

Because of their loose fit, kaftans are size-inclusive, making them suitable for diverse body types.

Size Inclusive

 really represent, like, that you can, like, be vital and, like, amazing, like, a-mazing, and you don't have to wear, like, an Eileen Fisher caftan, just to, like, prove that you are a feminist.