Jackets and outfits at sfifa: Moroccan style for everyday wear
What if Moroccan elegance were no longer reserved for special occasions? More and more women are incorporating an oriental touch into their everyday wardrobes. Jackets, vests, and ensembles embellished with sfifa allow them to wear this heritage in their daily lives, with a modern twist.
Sfifa: A Symbol of Moroccan Craftsmanship
Sfifa is a braided trim—a thin strip of decorative fabric sewn onto a garment to highlight edges, seams, or openings. Unlike embroidery (which is stitched directly into the fabric), sfifa is a separate strip applied by hand. It is what gives the kaftan its instantly recognizable silhouette—and it looks just as good on a contemporary jacket.
Bringing an Eastern Spirit to Everyday Life
The idea isn't to wear a kaftan to the office, but to capture its spirit in everyday pieces. A wool or bouclé tweed jacket embellished with sfifa, a cardigan with Moroccan buttons, a structured ensemble with intricate details: these are all ways to express a style that’s both modern and rooted in tradition.
These pieces pair easily with jeans, tailored pants, or a simple skirt. The oriental touch is subtly incorporated into the details, without being over the top.
How to style these pieces
- Sfifa jacket + neutral head-to-toe look: let the jacket be the only statement piece in the outfit.
- Embroidered vest + raw denim: the contrast between craftsmanship and casual style works perfectly.
- A tailored ensemble: perfect for a dressy day or a semi-formal event, without being too festive.
Three pieces to start with
- The denim jacket with black sfifa: denim meets sfifa and handmade taîrias, for a relaxed look that keeps a Moroccan detail.
- The blue brocade jacket: fastened with handmade black aâkad, it goes over a dress or trousers, for a ceremony or every day.
- The taupe Mlifa shirt and trouser set: Tunisian collar, sfifa and Moroccan buttons, for a complete outfit you can dress up or down.
For a more fluid silhouette, the long blue kimono with sfifa belt layers over jeans as easily as over a simple dress.
A wardrobe that tells a story
Choosing a piece with sfifa means incorporating a piece of Moroccan craftsmanship into your everyday life. It also means supporting a tradition of craftsmanship passed down through generations, in clothing designed to last and be worn often.
Discover our jackets and pieces featuring Moroccan-inspired details, or explore our entire collection. For personalized advice, visit our store in Paris.
Frequently asked questions
What is sfifa?
It is a braided trim: a fine strip of passementerie applied by hand along the edges, seams or openings of a garment. Unlike embroidery, which is stitched into the fabric, sfifa is a separate band.
How do you wear a sfifa jacket every day?
Let it be the statement piece: pair it with a neutral outfit, raw denim or tailored trousers. The oriental touch lives in the detail, without overdoing it.
Is a sfifa jacket suitable for the office?
Yes. A structured sfifa jacket over tailored trousers or a simple skirt brings understated elegance, with a handcrafted detail that makes the difference.
What is the difference between sfifa and aâkad?
Sfifa is the trim that edges the garment; aâkad are the small hand-braided buttons that fasten or decorate it. The two often sign the same Moroccan piece.
