Moroccan Dresses
Morocco is a country comprising a multitude of people from different ethnic groups. The population of Morocco constitutes people from the East, which includes Berbers, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Jews, and Arabs; the South comprising people from Africa; and the North including Romans, Vandals, and Moors. The multi-faceted composition of Morocco's people has given the nation a rich culture and civilization. Moroccan men traditionally wear a long, loose, hooded piece of clothing with full sleeves called the 'djellaba'. On special occasions, they can be seen donning a red cap called a 'tarbouche', which is referred to as 'Fez'. Most men in Morocco wear soft leather slippers that are traditionally known as 'baboosh'. Women are also known to wear this footwear; however, ladies also wear high-heeled sandals mostly in silver or gold tinsel. The 'djellaba' resembles the Kaftan, however, the only distinguishing factor is that it has a hood. The 'djellaba' for women is available in an array of bright colors along with ornate patterns, beading or stitching; men wear the 'djellaba' in simpler, neutral colors. The overall cost of producing traditional Moroccan wardrobe is expensive as a substantial amount of the work on the clothes is done by hand. Moroccan women's clothing is prepared from silk. Despite the diversity in the cultural heritage of the country, the people of Morocco treasure and cherish their rich culture that has evolved over the years. Moroccan women are known to purchase at lest one traditional outfit every year for either a religious or a family function.
