Tag Archives: signage

Our World: Busy Signs & Store Fronts

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

In Jeddah, many shops that offer similar products and services are often right next door to one another for blocks and blocks. My theory is that because of the close proximity of these similar businesses, it causes the signage and … Continue reading →

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Which Way?

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

Many street corners in Saudi Arabia have signs similar to this one. I’ve never cared much for signs like this because I feel like I never have enough time to completely read all of them. I prefer the big signs … Continue reading →

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Cool Sign for Thobe Shop

Posted on April 8, 2012 by

The thobe (or thawb) is the long usually white dress that many Saudi men wear. Most Saudi men probably have at least a dozen thobes hanging in their closets, especially those who wear thobes to work. Most thobes shops will … Continue reading →

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Game Shop

Posted on March 12, 2012 by

In Saudi Arabia, the latest in electronic technology is readily available and devoured by the population. I think this eye-catching sign would attract a lot of customers.

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Fuddruckers (in Arabic)

Posted on March 10, 2012 by

I like showing familiar business logos and signs in Arabic. I haven’t had the pleasure of eating here yet though, so I can’t vouch for how similar the Fuddrucker food is here compared to the states.

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Neon Restaurant Sign

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

I love the neon lights signage on this typical Jeddah restaurant.

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Adidas Factory Outlet

Posted on March 3, 2012 by

An Adidas Factory Outlet sign in English and Arabic. Many large worldwide retail chains have outlets in Jeddah.

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