Moroccan Fez Hat (Tarbouche)

History & Cultural Context

The fez became associated with the city of Fes due to the red dye historically produced from crimson berries there. It was adopted across the Ottoman Empire as official headwear in the 19th century. Though less commonly worn daily today, it remains important in formal and ceremonial contexts.

Materials

• Wool feltPressed and dyed wool felt in deep crimson red
• Black silk tasselTraditional silk tassel attached to the crown

Production Techniques

• Felt pressingTraditional

  Wool fibers matted and pressed into a dense, stiff sheet

• Mold shapingTraditional

  Wet felt shaped over a wooden form and dried to retain shape

Production Notes

Made from pressed wool felt, shaped over a wooden mold, stiffened with natural starches. The tassel is black silk. Production: 1–2 days per hat.

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