In cities with medinas the used clothes are more traditional, but still there are those who view much like the European.
In terms of traditional clothing, the djellaba is one of the most important pieces of Moroccan clothing. It is a traditional piece, wide, long and wide sleeves, which can be used by both men and women. It's kind of robe that may also have capucho with pointy tip, which protects from the sun and cold.
The djellabas can be made of wool or cotton, with different colors (men opt for very light colors), depending on the taste of each person. But traditionally, the colors chosen among the tribes, may indicate marital status, for example. The dark brown is used by bachelors.
The kaftan is another kind of tunic widely used, but mainly by Moroccan women. They can be simple day-to-day parts, but also are more produced for special events such as weddings and parties. The models of the kaftan have been adopted and are an inspiration for many designers of haute couture.
In the markets of the cities there are many stores selling traditional Moroccan clothing. They have many embroidery and different colors, shirts, dresses, kaftans and djellaba. Lots of variety, both for men and for women.
The clothes are normally all long and wide, but many women wear belts - made in the same fabric clothing to adelgaçarem silhouette at parties. On the street simply use the loose, comfortable clothing. Although the models look alike, they are always different pieces, with coordinated colors depending on the taste of each person.
But not only. There are also scarves and turbans of different colors and sizes. The latter are used both to heat and to protect the head on hot days or during the crossings in the desert.
And may the colors have any meaning. The desert Berbers use indigo blue turban, because they consider that protect them from evil spirits. While in the desert, also use them to cover the face, leaving only the eyes showing, to protect the strong sandstorms.
The shoes use a lot sandals and also the typical babouches. Comfortable shoes and made leather.
