Named after Zaphira, the legendary last queen of Algiers, this caftan evokes a woman whose elegance was inseparable from her strength.
Cut in mensouj, the handwoven silk brocade of Tlemcen, Zaphira draws its elegance from the fabric’s luminous vertical stripes. A high standing collar lends the silhouette its regal bearing, while delicate rose sfifa traces the neckline, cuffs and entire length of the dress. Dark plum aâkad punctuate the centre front like a row of tiny jewels, a decorative detail on a caftan designed to remain closed.
A wide, intricately trimmed belt draws the silk in at the waist, creating a feminine silhouette beneath the softly generous sleeves. Rich in texture yet graceful on the body.
Details:
• Handwoven champagne Mensouj silk brocade from Tlemcen
• Fine vertical metallic stripes with rose-toned accents
• Full-length, closed-front caftan dress
• High standing collar framed with rose sfifa
• Decorative dark plum aâkad along the centre front
• Long sleeves with matching ornamental cuffs
• Wide matching belt defining the waist
• Made to order, handmade in Algiers
Named after Zaphira, the legendary last queen of Algiers, this caftan evokes a woman whose elegance was inseparable from her strength.
Cut in mensouj, the handwoven silk brocade of Tlemcen, Zaphira draws its elegance from the fabric’s luminous vertical stripes. A high standing collar lends the silhouette its regal bearing, while delicate rose sfifa traces the neckline, cuffs and entire length of the dress. Dark plum aâkad punctuate the centre front like a row of tiny jewels, a decorative detail on a caftan designed to remain closed.
A wide, intricately trimmed belt draws the silk in at the waist, creating a feminine silhouette beneath the softly generous sleeves. Rich in texture yet graceful on the body.
Details:
• Handwoven champagne Mensouj silk brocade from Tlemcen
• Fine vertical metallic stripes with rose-toned accents
• Full-length, closed-front caftan dress
• High standing collar framed with rose sfifa
• Decorative dark plum aâkad along the centre front
• Long sleeves with matching ornamental cuffs
• Wide matching belt defining the waist
• Made to order, handmade in Algiers
