The Shemagh I received was produced in Pakistan. Fine by me as I figure they know what a Shemagh should be.

First thing - before you wear the Shemagh out and then end up covered in dye, make sure you soak the Shemagh overnight in water/vinegar or wash it a couple times BY ITSELF. This will bleed! I soaked mine overnight and then washed it. When it was ready to be worn the color was exactly as they described it (olive & black). The Shemagh is 100% cotton - so I recommend keeping it out of the dryer.

I've only worn the Shemagh out once but it definitely did the job. The temperature was about 15F and it was snowing heavily. I kept the Shemagh tightly around my neck and occasionally brought it up over my mouth and nose to warm them up. I couldn't be happier with the job it did helping to keep me warm and I'd definitely recommend one to friends.

The only downside is well... people have predetermined that certain things mean certain things. After explaining some of the history of the Shemagh to the people I was with, they didn't look at me quite so weird, although I suppose if I had worn the Shemagh in any other configuration I may have had some more odd looks.