I like how some are posting different threads with the same articles/pictures lol

Obviously that's not Bria at all in the pictures.

Timmy84 said:

I like how some are posting different threads with the same articles/pictures lol

Obviously that's not Bria at all in the pictures.

Yeah, and I'm floored by how anyone could mistake either of those women as Bria. Hair, height, body shape - -ALL WRONG. Neither woman looks anything like Bria!

2elijah said:

Lammastide said:

Gorgeous hoodless djellaba he's got on.

Is that what it's called? I read that's traditional dress for Moroccan Men and Women. I see a lot of Aftican men in NYC, and within my community wearing that, most wearing the caps on their heads though. One of my oldest brothers wore something like that, with a cap on his head, when he got married about 10 yaars ago, purple and gold. I never asked him the symbolism of it.

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There are many similar garments across Africa and the Middle East, so it's honestly tough to pin down exactly what Prince has got on.

The thobe is probably the most widely seen standard long robe worn by Muslim men around the world, and it's probably some version of this that you've seen on men in NYC along with the cap, called a kufi:

A gandora is very popular in Morroco and has short or 3/4-length sleeves. They are usually more intricately embellished than the thobe, and some are absolutely beautiful. Your brother probably got married in something like this, but fancier:

Prince's garment looks a lot like a gandora, but it's got very long sleeves and seems to have a front opening that runs the entire length of the robe. This is most like a Morrocan djelleba -- particularly a woman's djelleba, which is often every bit as ornate as a gandora -- without the big, pointy hood for which djellebas are probably best known:

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Princeeeeee!!!!

I like that long thing he has on.

But...that's not Bria.

RubyButterfly said:

LittlePurpleYoda said:

Another set of photos & discussion (although the topic veers to his sexual preference):

http://www.dlisted.com/20...e#comments

Those pics are the same "set of photos" as the photos posted in this thread, and there is already a thread in this forum about that article on DListed as well.

Well, aren't you an anal retentive tool! Thank you ever so much for your observation.

Yikes the things he wears and that is soooooo not bria!

Vanity45 said:

I think Andy Allo is his secret daughter! They are so look-a-like!

I've notice Prince likes women that look similar 2 him......

KCOOLMUZIQ said:

Vanity45 said:

I think Andy Allo is his secret daughter! They are so look-a-like!

I've notice Prince likes women that look similar 2 him......

He's not the only one. That is pretty common...

LittlePurpleYoda said:

RubyButterfly said:

Those pics are the same "set of photos" as the photos posted in this thread, and there is already a thread in this forum about that article on DListed as well.

Well, aren't you an anal retentive tool! Thank you ever so much for your observation.

You're welcome, honey. I enjoy helping the dull and oblivious.

LittlePurpleYoda said:

RubyButterfly said:

Those pics are the same "set of photos" as the photos posted in this thread, and there is already a thread in this forum about that article on DListed as well.

Well, aren't you an anal retentive tool! Thank you ever so much for your observation.

Damn, Ruby meant no harm! She was just letting you know that all of this (including thoughts on the comments you're bringing attention to) can be found in its own dedicated thread.

alexnvrmnd777 said:

LittlePurpleYoda said:

Well, aren't you an anal retentive tool! Thank you ever so much for your observation.

Damn, Ruby meant no harm! She was just letting you know that all of this (including thoughts on the comments you're bringing attention to) can be found in its own dedicated thread.

Thanks, alex. xoxo

armpit said:

Princeeeeee!!!!

I like that long thing he has on.

But...that's not Bria.

I DON'T like that thing he's wearing. So opposite to sexy! And his latest references to the "happy" muslims and women wearing burqas...Oh no!! That is SO completely the wrong direction...I'm actually thinking about getting off the ride...

Vanity45 said:

armpit said:

Princeeeeee!!!!

I like that long thing he has on.

But...that's not Bria.

I DON'T like that thing he's wearing. So opposite to sexy! And his latest references to the "happy" muslims and women wearing burqas...Oh no!! That is SO completely the wrong direction...I'm actually thinking about getting off the ride...

but he didn't say he was happy for people to wear that. he said if people are happy wearing it then whats the problem?

and whilst it might not be sexy, it's probably more stylish than him rolling up in sweatpants and a hooded top

Lammastide said:

2elijah said:

Is that what it's called? I read that's traditional dress for Moroccan Men and Women. I see a lot of Aftican men in NYC, and within my community wearing that, most wearing the caps on their heads though. One of my oldest brothers wore something like that, with a cap on his head, when he got married about 10 yaars ago, purple and gold. I never asked him the symbolism of it.

[Edited 6/26/11 9:37am]

There are many similar garments across Africa and the Middle East, so it's honestly tough to pin down exactly what Prince has got on.

The thobe is probably the most widely seen standard long robe worn by Muslim men around the world, and it's probably some version of this that you've seen on men in NYC along with the cap, called a kufi:

A gandora is very popular in Morroco and has short or 3/4-length sleeves. They are usually more intricately embellished, and some are absolutely beautiful. Your brother probably got married in something like this, but fancier:

Prince's garment looks a lot like a gandora, but it's got very long sleeves and seems to have a front opening that runs the entire length of the robe. This is most like a Morrocan djelleba -- particularly a woman's djelleba, which is often every bit as ornate as a gandora -- without the big, pointy hood for which djellebas are probably best known:

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Thanks. I know about the "kufi" hat because a lot of Black Americans, as well as African and Arabs living in NYC, and elsewhere around the U.S. wear them. I have some male cousins who are muslims, who wear the kufi. I remember the kufi hat being a "fashion fad" in the early 90s on the East Coast, and other American cities, and worn in various styles by men and women. I remember when Queen Latifah first came out, she used to wear them a lot.

The pic of the first robe you posted is definitely one that I've seen over the years, worn by many African and Arab males from various countries, living in the U.S. The one you posted is a very familiar one. Same type one of my older brothers wore, when he got married.

[Edited 6/26/11 13:02pm]

Vanity45 said:

armpit said:

Princeeeeee!!!!

I like that long thing he has on.

But...that's not Bria.

I DON'T like that thing he's wearing. So opposite to sexy! And his latest references to the "happy" muslims and women wearing burqas...Oh no!! That is SO completely the wrong direction...I'm actually thinking about getting off the ride...

To each their own; I like flow-y, loose stuff so that's right up my alley .

2elijah said:

Lammastide said:

There are many similar garments across Africa and the Middle East, so it's honestly tough to pin down exactly what Prince has got on.

The thobe is probably the most widely seen standard long robe worn by Muslim men around the world, and it's probably some version of this that you've seen on men in NYC along with the cap, called a kufi:

A gandora is very popular in Morroco and has short or 3/4-length sleeves. They are usually more intricately embellished, and some are absolutely beautiful. Your brother probably got married in something like this, but fancier:

Prince's garment looks a lot like a gandora, but it's got very long sleeves and seems to have a front opening that runs the entire length of the robe. This is most like a Morrocan djelleba -- particularly a woman's djelleba, which is often every bit as ornate as a gandora -- without the big, pointy hood for which djellebas are probably best known:

[Edited 6/26/11 10:35am]

Thanks. I know about the "kufi" hat because a lot of Black Americans, as well as African and Arabs living in NYC, and elsewhere around the U.S. wear them. I have some male cousins who are muslims, who wear the kufi. I remember the kufi hat being a "fashion fad" in the early 90s on the East Coast, and other American cities, and worn in various styles by men and women. I remember when Queen Latifah first came out, she used to wear them a lot.

The pic of the first robe you posted is definitely one that I've seen over the years, worn by many African and Arab males from various countries, living in the U.S. The one you posted is a very familiar one. Same type one of my older brothers wore, when he got married.

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Marvin Gaye wore the kufi a lot during the final 13 years of his life.

Prince is muslim. haha

Timmy84 said:

Marvin Gaye wore the kufi a lot during the final 13 years of his life.

when he was on drugs after tammi died?

if prince was on drugs he might make some interesting music for a change

Timmy84 said:

2elijah said:

Thanks. I know about the "kufi" hat because a lot of Black Americans, as well as African and Arabs living in NYC, and elsewhere around the U.S. wear them. I have some male cousins who are muslims, who wear the kufi. I remember the kufi hat being a "fashion fad" in the early 90s on the East Coast, and other American cities, and worn in various styles by men and women. I remember when Queen Latifah first came out, she used to wear them a lot.

The pic of the first robe you posted is definitely one that I've seen over the years, worn by many African and Arab males from various countries, living in the U.S. The one you posted is a very familiar one. Same type one of my older brothers wore, when he got married.

[Edited 6/26/11 13:02pm]

Marvin Gaye wore the kufi a lot during the final 13 years of his life.

True. Carlos Santana has often wore one throughout the years as well. A lot of musicians wear it, along with the Asante Kente cloth as well. Athletes like former football player, Jim Brown has worn a kufi cap for years. So has Qubilah Shabazz, one of Malcolm X's daughters.

Some wear it for fashion and others for different reasons.

[Edited 6/26/11 14:01pm]

remko said:

Shouldn't the title be: Khadaffi finally leaves Tripoli?

good one..

Shouldn't the title of this thread be changed, considering neither one of those women are (as far as we know) new mysterious girlfriends but his workmates?

Nice to see new pics though.

unique said:

Timmy84 said:

Marvin Gaye wore the kufi a lot during the final 13 years of his life.

when he was on drugs after tammi died?

if prince was on drugs he might make some interesting music for a change

He was on drugs a while before he wore it. Least recreationally.

armpit said:

Vanity45 said:

I DON'T like that thing he's wearing. So opposite to sexy! And his latest references to the "happy" muslims and women wearing burqas...Oh no!! That is SO completely the wrong direction...I'm actually thinking about getting off the ride...

To each their own; I like flow-y, loose stuff so that's right up my alley .

An Egyptian friend once let me try on his thobe. It was ridiculously comfortable, I liked the way I looked in it, and he confirmed I was really sexy in it. (I should mention he is gay. )

I don't think I have the confidence to wear any of these garments in public in the West. I wish I were bolder. But a few months ago I found a beautiful black hooded djellaba that I plan to buy for chilling around the house. It's 100% cotton, lightweight and makes a funky, global chic alternative to a housecoat.

unique said:

if prince was on drugs he might make some interesting music for a change

LSD or weed maybe, but I couldnt see him doing hallucinagens cuz he's too much of a control freak, he'd flip out and end up causing permanent damage to his fragile mind... weed would be good for him. chill him out a bit.. but only while in the studio. on the stage his mind his mind should b clear

lezama said:

unique said:

if prince was on drugs he might make some interesting music for a change

LSD or weed maybe, but I couldnt see him doing hallucinagens cuz he's too much of a control freak, he'd flip out and end up causing permanent damage to his fragile mind... weed would be good for him. chill him out a bit.. but only while in the studio. on the stage his mind his mind should b clear

He was on ecstasy for a brief period, wasn't he?

armpit said:

Vanity45 said:

I DON'T like that thing he's wearing. So opposite to sexy! And his latest references to the "happy" muslims and women wearing burqas...Oh no!! That is SO completely the wrong direction...I'm actually thinking about getting off the ride...

To each their own; I like flow-y, loose stuff so that's right up my alley .

I makes him look really short

Prince doesnt need any help in that dept!!!!!!

:smh: I can't believe the comments here...people wear what they like and what feels good on their body. Not everyone is interested in wearing what everyone else wears...geeze. Frankly I like that Prince is constantly changing up his looks it fun to see. People should travel a little more to expose themselves to other cultures.

BTW, Andy Allo is cute, nice photo.

Totally LOVE the LOOK. Prince look so young and handsome. I love the fact that he's in control of his life. He should be, he works hard and it has truly paid off.