What makes the Saudi Thawb a global symbol of elegant tailoring?

Saudi Arabia's national dress, the Thawb, is a climate-controlled garment perfected over generations. Its sharp 'Saudi Cut' features a stiff collar and buttoned cuffs, distinct from other Gulf attire.

What makes the Saudi Thawb a global symbol of elegant tailoring?
Saudi Arabia's national dress, the Thawb, is a climate-controlled garment perfected over generations. Its sharp 'Saudi Cut' features a stiff collar and buttoned cuffs, distinct from other Gulf attire.