What is the typical dress of Morocco?

Many visitors love the traditional dress of Morocco and want to bring a djellaba or kaftan back. A djellaba is the loose robe-like garment that Moroccan men and women wear over anything. It usually has a hood and, often hand sewn, decoration on it. A kaftan is the fancier version of a djellaba.



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Must-pack items
  • Loose, breathable clothing that covers your knees and shoulders.
  • Athletic wear that covers knees and shoulders.
  • Bathing suit.
  • Scarves to cover hair and/or shoulders.
  • Light jacket or fleece if traveling outside of summer or to the High Atlas Mountains.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Comfortable walking shoes.


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While female travellers aren't expected to dress as conservatively as local women, it's still a good idea to pack clothing options that will allow you to cover up. In the main cities, you can get away with wearing pants or a skirt that reaches below the knee, and a short-sleeved t-shirt.

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Think Loose and Flowy All things lightweight and full coverage is ideal—loose trousers or maxi skirts are perfect. A tunic dress or shirt with leggings or a full kaftan is great too. Not only does full coverage allow you to dress conservatively in Morocco, but it will also protect you from the sun.

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Yes, there is no problem with wearing shorts in Morocco. You will see this just about everywhere. However, in rural Morocco, you might want to stick with longer shorts, capri length or full length pants.

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Packing a couple of tunics and long-sleeved shirts is also a good idea for easy layering in more conservative or rural areas. When visiting mosques, female travellers should wear clothing that covers from ankle to elbow, as well as covering decolletage. It's also important to cover your hair with a scarf.

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Dress for the heat and avoid anything too 'out there' that may attract attention. In the evening, linen trousers or chinos with closed shoes work well, as well as a jacket or blazer for the cooler weather. Make sure to pack a few jumpers if you're visiting Marrakech in the cooler seasons.

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Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.

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The answer is that there is no official dress code in Morocco, and you can wear whatever you feel comfortable in. If you are planning to visit cities like Marrakech or Casablanca, you will see locals and tourists dressed in a variety of styles.

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Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.

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Useful Tips on How To Impress a Moroccan Girl
  1. Always Dress to Impress.
  2. Be Presentable.
  3. Remember To Be Polite and Respectful.
  4. Learn About Her Culture.
  5. Engage in a Conversation.
  6. Make Her Feel Special Constantly.
  7. Don't Catcall Her.
  8. Don't Police Her.


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