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What to wear in Marrakech: 5 essential tips

As I anticipated you on Instagram, here is my complete guide on how to dress in Morocco. Often when traveling in places with a different culture from ours, you often have difficulty in choosing what to wear. Strolling around Marrakech I saw a lot of people wearing inappropriate outfits for the place that does not “tolerate” a style in dressing like the western one. Everyone then decides whether or not to stick to the traditions of the place, but I noticed that when I followed some arrangements I was much more comfortable walking in the streets than when I was wearing something more succinct. In general, the rules for dressing in Marrakech for women, as in all Muslim countries, are to choose elbow lenght tops and knees lenght pants or skirts. I didn’t respect the rules so strictly but in general, I was covering my shoulders wearing short sleeves, and trying to avoid wearing shorts. It is worth adding that Marrakech is a very tourist town and the locals are used to seeing people dressed in western clothes. If you visit small villages on your trip, perhaps you will feel more comfortable, covering more. But here’s some more detailed advice for you.

Tip 1: Kimonos will save your life

Kimonos really saved me. Not having many light long pants or maxi skirts, I decided to buy two kimono to wear on a typically Western outfit, as in this case when I was wearing jeans shorts, so I would be more covered.

Tip 2: Bring with you at least one maxidress

Maxidresses are really comfy and a must for Marrakech. Mine was not very suitable as it has a very deep slit and leaves the shoulders uncovered, in fact I preferred wearing it inside the riad, and only for a very short time outside. But you can find a lot of maxidesses even with long sleeves that are most suitable.

Tip 3: Choose a casual outfit for outdoor activities

For more adventurous activities like quad or camel tours, I recommendwearing a more comfortable and sporty outfit. For the quad ride I chose to wear long jeans to be more protected, but of course be aware that you will mess up a lot of mud and dust. In fact I would not choose to wear my beloved white Converse sneakers that have become really dirty and since they are canvas shoes it was very difficult to get them back clean. Of course, non-canvas sneakers are ideal.

Tip 4: Long light pants are a must

Light summer trousers or culotte were the bottom I wore the most during my Marrakech vacation. I felt good in respecting the traditions and I did not feel too exposed, and you can really ad an extra touch to any outfit coosing pants with patterns and the colors of every type.

Tip 5: You can wear shorts and sleveless tops inside your hotel or riad

If you plan a trip to Marrakech you will most likely spend a lot of time in your riad, first because they are wonderful and second because the medina is really chaotic and at some point you will want to take a break hiding in the tranquility of your hotel or riad. Obviously, inside you can choose to wear what you want, so if you don’t want to give up showing your tanned legs, wear some of your best shorts inside the hotel.

 

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Comments

  9. Great post! I was in Morocco last year and I was so worried about this clothing thing. I did wear shorts and tank tops, but absolutley nothing too revealing. In my opinion you should be able to dress accordning to the warm weather yet still show respect for their culture and religion.

    Hugs Bella, http://nouw.com/bellss/zaful-haul-30446194 // Instagram: bellaskoog

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  39. Your outfits look adorable and I love how you’ve adapted them to the local culture!

    Keep up with the good work and check out my blog if you fancy,
    xx Kris

    htps://dreamingofpink.wordpress.com

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  49. Thank you for the tips. Love the red floral dress. As a seasonal traveller, I tend to research the local dress of the people in the destination I’m going to. I make sure that I pack long sleeve shirts and long pants, or even a versatile sarong just in case I’ll be walking into a holy temple.

    Thanks for the share. I hope to go to Marrakech one day!

    Jo x
    http://www.outlanderly.com

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