Textiles · Various regions

Woven Scarf / Shawl

Lightweight woven scarves and shawls in cotton, wool, or blended fabrics, often with tassels or fringed edges. Among the most popular tourist purchases for their portability.

History & Cultural Context

Scarves and shawls are practical souvenirs that bridge Moroccan textile traditions with everyday use. Available in every souk from simple cotton wraps to fine wool pashmina-style shawls. Chefchaouen is known for blue scarves; Essaouira for seaside-weight wraps.

Materials

Cotton, wool, or blended fabricVarious weights for different uses and climates

Production Techniques

Loom weavingTraditional
Woven on hand or power looms

Production Notes

Hand-loomed or machine-loomed from cotton, wool, acrylic, or blends. Fringes are typically hand-twisted. Dyed in solid colors or woven in stripes. Lightweight and easy to pack.

Quality Indicators

Quality

Soft hand-feel without scratchiness

Red Flags

Synthetic or acrylic fiber passed off as wool

Price Ranges

Budget20 – 60 MAD(~$2 – $6)

Cotton or acrylic, simple pattern

Mid-range60 – 200 MAD(~$6 – $20)

Wool or quality blend, hand-loomed

Premium200 – 500 MAD(~$20 – $50)

Fine wool, elaborate weave, large shawl size