Textiles · Chefchaouen, Ouazzane

Wool Djellaba (Winter Weight)

Heavy hand-loomed wool djellabas in natural brown, cream, or gray stripes. The classic mountain garment of the Rif and Middle Atlas.

History & Cultural Context

Wool djellabas are the original form of this garment, predating lighter cotton versions. Chefchaouen and Ouazzane are known for coarse, warm mountain wool djellabas. The pointed hood (qob) is distinctive to Moroccan djellabas.

Materials

Hand-spun sheep woolLocal mountain wool, undyed in natural colors

Production Techniques

Hand-loom weavingTraditional
Heavy wool fabric woven on traditional floor looms

Production Notes

Fabric hand-loomed from local sheep wool, then cut and assembled by tailors. The characteristic stripes come from mixing undyed light and dark wool. Minimal embroidery compared to Fassi styles.

Quality Indicators

Authenticity

Natural lanolin smell

Quality

Dense, heavy fabric

Price Ranges

Budget300 – 600 MAD(~$30 – $60)

Lighter weight, simpler construction

Mid-range600 – 1200 MAD(~$60 – $120)

Heavy wool, traditional stripes, well-tailored

Premium1200 – 2500 MAD(~$120 – $250)

Extra-fine wool, hand-finished seams, traditional embroidery