Gandoura for men : all its secrets !

May 10, 2023

While traditional outfits are an integral part of a country, few cultures have managed to combine them with modernity. In Europe, especially in France, they have almost disappeared. Fortunately, this is not the case in Morocco, where the people and even the diaspora are attached to their traditions. For celebrations, to go to the mosque, or even to stay at home, many young people wear gandouras, djellabas, or chachiyas. Today, Muda Paris invites you to discover the gandoura for men and to reveal why it is made for you!

Men’s Gandoura: Its Origin

The gandoura is not only found in Morocco. It is a traditional outfit worn in North Africa and the Middle East. It consists of a single piece: a long, wide tunic, with or without sleeves. Its name comes from the Berber word qandur. It is also said to have a linguistic origin mixed with Spanish.

The gandoura is the perfect everyday garment, whether for staying at home or going out. During cooler seasons, one can simply wear a djellaba over it. As it reaches the ankles, the gandoura is commonly worn alone, but it can be accompanied by a sarouel, depending on one’s comfort.

gandoura qayeem vert scaled

Current Models of Men’s Gandoura

Amidst all the fast fashion and collections from major brands, Moroccan craftsmanship is developing without ever betraying itself. The goal is to display current lines and colors without ever losing the essence of the gandoura: respect for modesty and tradition. Thus, we find the embroidery that enhances the know-how of artisans from all over Morocco. From Casablanca to Marrakech via Fez, generations of artisans succeed each other to keep their art alive.

Why Choose the Men’s Gandoura ?

To cover the ‘awra

The gandoura is an ideal outfit for any man who wishes to dress while covering his ‘awra. Indeed, in Islam and like women, men also have rules to follow regarding clothing, but norms that are specific to them. The ‘awra of a man is located from the navel to the knees. However, wearing a long tunic is more decent and respects social codes more.

gandoura for men

For comfort

The gandoura is also designed to be very convenient. Covering the entire body, it must be wide enough to allow for easy movement. As the gandoura is worn directly on the skin, the chosen fabrics are pleasant to the touch. Sometimes satin or rather very light, the fabric will in any case be synonymous with comfort.

To perpetuate traditions

The advantages of buying products from crafts are multiple:

  • The articles are made in small collections: they are not outfits that will be found on every street corner.
  • We support artisans who make a living from their know-how. By paying a fair price for goods that require a lot of work, we value this type of profession.
  • These are durable purchases: unlike fast fashion, artisanal traditional outfits are of better quality and it would be incongruous to want to throw away a handmade outfit, with all the finesse and hours of work required.
  • We support the Moroccan economy and especially small businesses to keep Moroccan folklore alive.

Buying a Gandoura

How to choose it?

If we had to remember a few criteria for choosing a gandoura, we could mention:

  • the opacity of the fabric;
  • the length of the tunic;
  • the lightness of the fabric;
  • quality finishes;
  • a sufficiently wide cut.

 

men with gandoura

How to buy a traditionnal men’s gandoura ?

If you want the gandoura to have its little effect, you must undoubtedly invest in quality. There’s no question of sourcing from wholesalers on the other side of the world. The gandoura for men, we want it from Morocco! So if you don’t have the opportunity to wander the alleys of the Cherifian souks, Muda Paris offers to discover some exceptional pieces from France. Indeed, at Muda Paris, we want to highlight the remarkable work of artisans who handcraft all the items. Nothing to do with mass production, every little detail is carefully crafted for exceptional finishes!

You now know why at Muda Paris, traditional outfits, and especially the gandoura for men, is almost a state affair! We now invite you to discover our models, and if you’re interested in learning more about traditional outfits, our article on the origin of the jabador should interest you!

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