Royals, style icons and celebrities who shined in Moroccan caftans

The Moroccan caftan has long captured global attention, embraced by royals, celebrities, and style icons from Princess Beatrix and Lee Radziwill to Talitha Getty and Oum Kalthoum. From high-society balls to the White House and Buckingham Palace, the garment inscribed on the Intangible Heritage List in Morocco’s name, became a timeless symbol of elegance and cultural exchange. .

Morocco celebrates diplomatic win as UNESCO recognizes caftan as intangible heritage

UNESCO Committee pushes back against Algerian caftan maneuver

Morocco challenges Algeria's cultural claims at UNESCO over caftan heritage dispute

UNESCO will witness a new chapter in the ongoing battle between Algeria and Morocco over the caftan at the beginning of next week in India. Just a few weeks ago, Algiers suffered a significant setback against Rabat at the Executive Board of the international organization.

Caftan Week Marrakesh celebrates 25 years with a tribute to the Moroccan Sahara

Caftan Week 2025 : Celebrating Moroccan heritage and Sahara

Moroccan caftan shines at UNESCO’s first Arab Week in Paris

When Dior and a Moroccan fashion house crossed paths in Casablanca

In the 1950s, the Casablanca fashion house Joste partnered with Christian Dior to create exclusive collections for Moroccan clientele. This collaboration continued until the 1980s, marking a pivotal moment in the cross-cultural exchange between Morocco and the French luxury brand.

A chocolate caftan at the Salon du Chocolat de Paris to celebrate Moroccan culture

Years of Culture celebrates Morocco at 4th Annual SDG Banquet