Why Do Moroccans Wear Djellabas?

It signifies purity, virtue, good fortune, and honorable moral qualities. This is why the earliest designs of the Djellabas, made by Berber women for Berber men, were all some variation of white or cream-colored. The Djellaba also acted as a public symbol of transition from boyhood to manhood.

Why do people wear djellaba?

The djellaba is a long and loose type of robe that is often worn over the top of other clothes. It has long sleeves and a pointed hood. The hood helps to provide shade in the sun and keeps people warm in the cold.

What is a jalaba?

A jalaba (djellaba/jellaba) is a traditional Berber robe with long sleeves & a pointy hood (known as a qob and often used as an extra pocket for carrying small items home from the market) worn in North Africa.