The Ivory Biblical Robe with Headdress Costume Adult is the perfect outfit to wear if you plan on following a star to Bethlehem The long flowing robe and kandura are designed in the style of traditional clothes worn by people in the Middle Eastern desert. The light color reflects the sun, the loose fit makes them comfortable and easy to walk in and because it covers most of the body it protects against sunburn. The magi, visitors to the infant Jesus who came from the East, are often called the three kings. However, in the bible they are not called kings and there is no mention of how many visited Jesus. Because they gave him three gifts, tradition says there were three kings, but some denominations believe there are as many as 12.