"The product of over 20 years of serious research, this lavishly illustrated work discusses Palestinian textiles and men's and women's dress during the 30-year period of British rule prior to 1948. Weir also touches upon 19th-century and modern Palestinian costume while discussing pertinent cultural background and meaning behind changing design and styles. Particular emphasis is given to the wedding ritual and garments of Beit Dajan, a village located about 12 kilometers southeast of Jaffa. The great variety of costumes, illustrated in 200 color and 100 black-and-white photographs, and the excellent interpretive text contribute to a unique and valuable work that should be a part of most research, art, textiles, or Middle East collections." — Library Journal
"'Palestinian Costume' is a model of how such works should be done. Based on many years of research among the Palestinians, beginning in 1965, but drawing on material obtained from informants going back to the start of the 20th century, Weir explains the origins, purpose and meaning of the articles of costume, as well as their appearance. The result is a fascinating contribution to the study of a living culture, rather than simply a museum record. The numerous illustrations range from old photographs to details of brilliant colored embroidery. This is a book to delight the traveler, the textile enthusiast and the scholar alike." — Saudi Aramco World
"A recognized authority on Palestinian costume and former curator in the British Museum, Weir presents a fascinating account of the uses and variety of Palestinian costume based on her field research, historic photos and accounts, and the collections of the British Museum. The volume is heavily illustrated with historic photos and many excellent color photos. Wedding traditions in particular are described in detail. This is a paperback reprint of the 1989 original cloth edition." — BOOK NEWS
"As a luxurious coffee-table edition, this book is richly illustrated with the most exquisite hand-woven textiles and embroidered dresses, extending over a century of development. As shown here, authentic tradition is always colorful and beautiful… The illustrations adorning this book are irrefutable evidence of that truth." — The Muslim World Book Review