Moroccan Caftan Week just wrapped up in Marrakech, bringing together Arab celebrities and fashion lovers for a glamorous celebration of the iconic caftan. Held under the slogan “Souffle de l’Atlas,” the event blended Moroccan heritage with modern elegance through stunning looks rooted in tradition. Here’s a look at the icons that turned heads in looks that celebrated Moroccan identity.
Miryam Labiad in Meryem Benamour
Miryam Labiad turned heads in a bold sunshine-yellow caftan by Meryem Benamour. The look featured a shimmering metallic silver design layered over a flowing yellow fabric, creating the perfect mix of glamour and elegance. Sparkling silver embroidery cascaded down the sleeves and front of the caftan, while embroidered details along the edges added an extra touch of luxury and drama to the look.
Mayssa Maghrebi in Houda Larini
Emirati-Moroccan actress Mayssa Maghribi once again proved that the Moroccan caftan is her signature style, stepping out in a luxurious emerald-green silk design by Houda Larini. The rich, jewel-toned look featured the classic traditional cut she often gravitates toward, with a sleek inner layer free of heavy embroidery, allowing the vibrant silk fabric and timeless silhouette to do all the talking.
Manal Benchlikha
Moroccan singer-songwriter Manal Benchlikha embraced full Moroccan glamour at the event in a striking royal blue caftan covered in intricate silver embroidery and shimmering beadwork. The luxurious detailing flowed across the sleeves, chest, back, and front opening, giving the traditional look a dramatic sparkling finish. To elevate the outfit even more, she paired the caftan with layered diamond necklaces and dazzling diamond earrings, serving elegance with a modern, fashion-forward twist.
Ghada Abdelrazek in Asmaa Naji
Ghada Abdelrazek brought full-on glamour to Moroccan Caftan Week, embracing the beauty of traditional Moroccan fashion in a regal emerald-green creation by Asmaa Naji. The elegant caftan featured rich gold embroidery cascading throughout the entire design and along the sleeves, looking a luxurious heritage feel with a dramatic touch. Ghada later shared a glamorous photoshoot of the outfit, proving once again that classic Moroccan elegance never goes out of style.
Hind Boumchamar in Amal Soussi Aouad
TV anchor Hind Boumchmer fully embraced the luxurious spirit of Moroccan Caftan Week in a bold red velvet caftan by Amal Soussi Aouad. The elegant design blended modesty with drama, featuring rich gold embroidery that stretched beautifully across the wide sleeves, chest, and statement edges of the piece. She completed the regal look with a gold choker and matching earrings from Rafinity, perfectly complementing the traditional glamour of the outfit.
Mahira Abdel Aziz in Selma Benomar
Actress and TV presenter Mahira Abdel Aziz opted for a more minimal yet effortlessly chic take on the traditional caftan, stunning in a nude-toned design by Selma Benomar with modern shoulder cut-outs. The elegant piece was elevated with delicate floral embroidery that added just the right amount of sparkle and sophistication, proving that sometimes less really is more.
This year’s Caftan Week went beyond the runway, turning into a full celebration of style, culture, and identity. Blending modern elegance with timeless traditional design, the event saw some of the Arab world’s biggest names stepping out in looks inspired by Moroccan heritage. More than just a fashion showcase, it felt like a vibrant return to roots where every caftan told a story, and culture took center stage with effortless glamour.
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