The best fashion and gift stores Marrakech

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We love Nawal El Hriti's beautiful boutique. Fans of high-end shopping will be amazed: each caftan, tunic or gandoura is a hand-woven work of art. The materials are noble, the colors vibrant and the finishing perfect. A native of Mellah and very attached to Moroccan traditions, the designer works exclusively with local artisans whom she insists on paying properly. The prices are certainly expensive but here we do not skimp on the quality nor on the respect of the small hands.

The craft complex presents a vast series of shops listed by profession: it is the domain of coppersmiths, tinsmiths, armourers, wood, leather or jewellery craftsmen, not forgetting carpet dealers. All these craftsmen are state-qualified, which is a guarantee of quality. They propose objects with an often interesting quality-price ratio. This is particularly true for small leather goods. Here, no need to make the effort to haggle: prices are fixed! The objects of the souk, but without the hustle and bustle.

Founded in 2013, this non-profit organization aims to provide a trade to women with disabilities who have not had the chance to receive an education. By joining the embroidery workshop, these women thus earn an independent living and are collectively responsible for the life of the association. You will find here a nice choice of table linen, mixed clothes, as well as layette. All in 100% natural fabrics (cotton, linen), embroidered or hand crocheted, with the possibility of placing a personalized order.

At first, the Jiddi Mohamed boutique, now known as the 110 Medina but formerly known as the Etoile Bazaar, looks like all of the souk. Yet, by searching a little, there are real pearls, especially with regard to leather bags and pouches. Good value for money.

Specialized in leather work, the Galerie des Tanneurs is one of the references in Marrakech in terms of leather goods and custom-made products. Luggage, clothes, shoes, bags and accessories, there's something for everyone! The articles can even be made to measure or reproduced identically in 48 hours and in one of the 150 colours on the colour chart. Quality remains the watchword of the brand, which has forged a very good reputation, and now has another shop in Majorelle near the gardens and rue Mouassine, a stone's throw from the Café Arabe.

Of the two Atika boutiques (clothing and leather goods), we prefer the one that sells leather articles, and more particularly shoes, leather models of all colors, including the famous moccasins that are so supple and timeless. Faced with this choice and this quality, it is difficult to leave empty-handed.

There are no craftsmen at work here, just a sort of 8,000 m² mega-supermarket with escalator. The place is rather kitschy, as evidenced by the two equestrian statues that greet you at the entrance. Nevertheless, we dare you not to find the product you're looking for, as you'll find everything you could possibly want in the way of handicrafts. Shelves overflowing with tea glasses, poufs, babouches, photophores and tutti quanti. Everything is labeled and prices are fixed, which is handy if you don't have much time to buy gifts or if you hate bargaining.

In Morocco, leather has always been a dynamic industry combining ancestral know-how and quality materials. Is it still necessary to present this store which is one of the most famous in the city? Lovers of fine leather goods, there is no doubt that you will find your happiness. The choice is vast in terms of leather or skin clothing, bags, accessories, shoes or even luggage that make you want to take a plane. The products are carefully designed, so you can buy with your eyes closed.

Manufacturing and repair. Beautiful pieces are displayed, but most are already sold. These two young craftsmen mainly make orders, counting about 2 to 3 days of work, depending on the number of orders already under way. We will have to pay at least 350 DH for a relatively summary rugby ball, but already almost a work of art!

A tiny shop in the Place des épices, Bloom will quickly turn into a treasure chest for the handbag enthusiast in you. In raffia, leather, suede, canvas, crocheted or knitted cotton, with sequins or flowers, sophisticated or casual, the designer Nadège Arnaud's bags will satisfy all tastes. And if you don't find what you are looking for, Nadège will listen to your inspiration to create the bag of your dreams. Moreover, the designer welcomes you herself to give you with pleasure all her advice.

Just as Paris has its bouquinistes along the Seine, Marrakech has its own along the ramparts near the Bab Doukkala bus station. Affected by a fire in 2020, seven kiosks were able to reopen thanks to a tremendous surge of solidarity across the country. It's a pleasure to wander from one to the next, in search of that special book you've been looking for so long, from an out-of-print edition, whether new or second-hand, which you can buy for a derisory price.

Oleander (the pink and white flowers of the Moroccan landscape) is what Ulili, the Moroccan brand that inspired Omar Benjelloun, a young entrepreneur with a nose for business, is all about. In 2011, he launches into a project like no other: to create candles, the ones that could transcribe the memories of his childhood. These candles are obviously poetic, since each one is inspired by an olfactory story, that of the smells of Morocco interpreted in the language of fragrance. You will find Hafa, Musk E'lil, Tazarine and other candles... and others.

Originally from Salé, Fadila El Gadi ended up making a name for herself on the catwalks in the world of haute couture. Her collections are a mix between ancestral tradition, luxury and comfort. It was when she crossed paths with Yves Saint-Laurent that she became the designer of the Majorelle boutique. Since then, her work and perseverance have made her brand a reference in elegance. After opening her first showroom in Rabat, she chose Marrakech, the city of her beginnings, to present her collections. The exceptional embroideries alone are worth a look!

Having evolved in the fashion world and aware of elegance in the eyes of Africans, scissor wizard Chakir Belhaloumi opened a showroom dedicated to these gentlemen in the heart of Guéliz in 2017. His craftsmanship and word-of-mouth have made him a local reference in the field. He designs his own label, which is both classic and trendy, creates made-to-measure suits and also caters to ready-to-wear demand, while training the master tailors who work in his workshops.

It is difficult not to think of Frida Khalo, an extravagant Mexican artist who lived in the 20th century, when you look at this recent boutique in the Carré des créateurs, in the Cherifa souk. First of all, the name, but also, for example, these multiple portraits of women in traditional clothing (Berber in this case), small formats with bright colours and ethnic motifs. But at Frida and I, we can also find a lot of other little treasures to take back to our friends (wicker bags, travel bags...). A poetic and rather girly shop.

The Menara Mall, with its 90 stores, children's playground and 17 restaurants, is one of those huge shopping malls that are springing up in the heart of African capitals. One of its ambitions is to modernize the souk experience. Also, some of the aisles have been laid out like alleys in the medina. The real show is outside, at nightfall when Marrakchis, in a certain effervescence, take possession of any green space nearby, to picnic or eat an ice cream.