Moroccan Moment

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It seems like Moroccan style has been having a major moment in the spotlight lately. From dominating the runways a few seasons ago to being a hugely popular inspiration for home interiors, Moroccan style doesn’t seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. It’s even making an appearance in the Sex and the City sequel!

{Carrie can make anything look chic! Her outfit totally has a vintage Halston vibe.}

{SATC images courtesy of Warner Brothers}

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Perhaps the appeal stems from the fact that Morocco is a place of great beauty and mystery. Everything that comes from there is considered exotic and novel to most of us. It is a place filled with color and inspiring architecture.

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{Spice Market}

{Vibrant Colors Fill a Shoe Vendor’s Booth at a Riad}

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Whether you prefer the tranquility of white-washed buildings…

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or you prefer intricate architecture and bold colors and patterns…

{La Mamounia Hotel}

…gorgeous buildings abound!

 

The glamourous and tony La Mamounia hotel just celebrated its grand re-opening last year which celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Salma Hayek, Orlando Bloom, and Miranda Kerr attended. 

{La Mamounia}

{How gorgeous does Gwyneth look?}

Gwyneth Paltrow was also present at the reopening event and recently dedicated an issue of her GOOP newsletter to Marakkesh.

There are many ways to incorporate a Moroccan influence into your life. There are many touches that you use to add a Moroccan influence to your home. Moroccan lanterns, vintage brass coffee/ smoking tables, antique tea services, and lavish textiles are a great place to start.

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Or if you prefer, you can always take your style cues from the runway…

{Aquilano Rimondi & Etro}

{Ralph Lauren & Max Azria}

{Reem Acra & Gucci}

{Ungaro & Chloé}