The Moroccan caftan for men: a complete guide
Gandoura, jabador, farmla, selham, saroual: the Moroccan men's wardrobe explained piece by piece — the fabrics, the occasions and the finishing to know before buying in Marrakech.
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Everything worth knowing before you choose a piece: the vocabulary, the history, the fabrics, the care, and how a bespoke order works in Marrakech.
How to choose your wedding caftan in Marrakech
Budget, timing, fabrics, colours, fittings, alterations and shipping: a step-by-step method for choosing a wedding caftan or takchita in Marrakech, whether you are the bride, the mother or a guest.
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Caftan, takchita, jellaba, gandoura: what's the difference?
Caftan, takchita, jellaba, gandoura, jabador, farmla, selham: a clear glossary of Moroccan traditional dress, with the use, the cut and the occasion of each piece.
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A history of the Moroccan caftan, from royal court to souk
From the Andalusian dynasties to the workshops of Fez and Marrakech: a short history of the Moroccan caftan, from its origins at court to the living garment worn today.
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The fabrics of the caftan: silk, velvet, chiffon, brocade
Silk, satin, velvet, chiffon, crêpe, brocade, linen, cotton-silk: how each fabric behaves on a caftan — for light, season, drape and embroidery.
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What to bring back from Marrakech: the caftan
Of all the souvenirs of Marrakech, the caftan is the one you keep. How to choose it, have it altered in 48 hours, carry it home and wear it once you're back.
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Caring for and storing an embroidered caftan
Cleaning, pressing, storage, stains, travel: how to care for an embroidered caftan or takchita so it keeps its lustre for years.
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Bespoke caftan in Marrakech: how it works
Measurements, fabric choice, colour sample, embroidery, fittings, timing: the full run-through of a bespoke caftan or takchita order in Marrakech, in person or remotely.
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