#street souk

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Ashley Okoli Photographed by Adedamola Odetara at Street Souk 2022

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marrakesh, marokko / oktober 24

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Shopping for clothes

Tangier, Morocco 2019

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Market street in Souk El Khemis, Algeria

French vintage postcard

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Jabal Amman Jordan

Rainbow Street Jabal Amman – planetofhotels Amman is my home base through May, and I’m settling into a new apartment. The fascinating city is full of surprises. There’s much to discover and learn about the local culture and lifestyle. Mango House – universes.art Amman is popular, and expatriates from all over the world live here. I won’t elaborate on apartment hunting issues I encountered, but…

[ashwantsafreepalestine]

1 November 2024.

The US-backed terrorist state of Israel drops bombs heavily and randomly at the homes of Palestinian civilians in Sheikh Radwan, Al-Souk Street.

People who refused to leave northern Gaza are being hunted down.

Absolutely barbaric.

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[makotafi]

Trinkets the arcana characters would get for you from the street market [souk]

Ps : all the photos are taken by me from jjam3 al fna[how tf do u spell it in English]in Marrakech tehe

Lucio

Def something gold [pretentious fucker /affectionate]

Asra : shiny rocks :D

Portia : cozy pottery trinkets

Muriel : heerrbsssss

Julian: lamp :3

Nadia: clooothhhss

[justforbooks]

Iris Apfel was finally recognised as a great, original fashion stylist in her 80s, when the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum in��New York had a sudden gap in its 2005 exhibition schedule. Many curators knew Apfel, who has died aged 102, as a collector stashing away clothes, especially costume jewellery, both couture-high and street-market-low, so the institute asked to borrow some of her thousands of pieces.

When Apfel wore them herself, dozens at a time in ensembles collaged fresh daily, they had zingy pzazz, so she was invited to set up the displays. There was no publicity budget, and her name was modestly known only in the interior decor trade, yet the show, Rara Avis: Selections from the Iris Apfel Collection, became a huge success after visitors promoted it online. It toured other American museums, changing exhibits en route because Apfel wanted her stuff back so she could wear it.

Apfel’s grandfather had been a master tailor in Russia; her father, Samuel Barrel, supplied mirrors to smart decorators; her chic mother, Sadye (nee Asofsky), had a fashion shop. They lived out in rural Astoria, in the Queens borough of New York, where Iris was born.

As a child, her treat was a weekly subway trip to Manhattan to explore its shops, her favourites the junk emporia of Greenwich Village. She was short, plain and, until her teen years, plump, but she had style; and the owner of a Brooklyn department store picked her out of a crowd to tell her so. During the Depression all her family could sew, drape, glue, paint and otherwise create the look of a room, or a person, on a budget of cents – the best of educations.

She studied art history at New York University, then qualified to teach and did so briefly in Wisconsin before fleeing back to New York to work on Women’s Wear Daily. Furniture and fabrics were in short supply during and after the second world war, and Iris began to earn by sourcing antiques and textiles; if she could not find it, she could make or fake it cheaply.

In 1948 she married Carl Apfel, and they became a decorating team: he had the head for business and she the eye. Unable to find cloth appropriate to a period decor, Iris adapted a design from an old piece and had it woven in a friend’s family mill; she and Carl then set up Old World Weavers in 1952, commissioning traditional makers around the globe.

Photographs and home-movie footage from the next four decades showed Apfel, adorned with elan, haggling for one-off items in souks, flea markets and bric-a-brac shops. She is the most decorative sight in each shot, her ensembles put together with complex cadenzas atop an underlying, tailored, structure– they are like jazz – not a statement, but a conversation.

Apfel was the last of those 20th-century fashion exotics who presented themselves as installations. Although she wore a priest’s warm tunic to the White House (President Richard Nixon underheated the place), plus armfuls of cheap African bracelets and thigh-high boots, she was not an exhibitionist like the Marchesa Casati, and, with her vaudevillian comic timing, was far funnier than the imperious Vogue editor Diana Vreeland.

Also, she never ever bought full-price: her many rails and under-the-bed suitcases of couture were sale-price samples, chosen for their cut, fabric, skilled craftwork and colour dazzle (“Colour can raise the dead”). She might wear them over thrift shop pyjamas, or under a Peking Opera costume, with hawsers of necklaces atop. Money could not buy personal style, she said, prettiness withered, beauty could corrode the soul. All that really mattered was “attitude, attitude, attitude”.

Old World Weavers discreetly refurbished the White House under nine presidents, as well as grand hotels and private houses, before the Apfels sold the company in 1992. They retired to a quiet life in their apartment on Park Avenue, New York, its decor an extension of Apfel’s outfits (bad garment choices were cut up for cushions), and in a Palm Beach holiday home where the Christmas decoration collection stayed up all year round, along with cuddly toys and museum-class folk art. Clothes shopping, and the improvisation of an outfit, became Apfel’s daily ritual, as cooking might be to a gourmet.

But after the Met show, and a book, Rare Bird of Fashion (2007), Apfel was back in as much full-time employment as she could manage in her 80s and 90s (she had a hip replacement because she fell after stepping on an Oscar de la Renta gown). She was cover girl of Dazed and Confused, among many other publications, window display artist at Bergdorf Goodman, designer and design consultant – superb on eye-glasses; she wore large, owl-like, frames to stylise her aged face into a witty, unchanging, cartoon.

She took seriously her responsibilities to fashion students on her course at the University of Texas, teaching them about imagination, craft and tangible pleasures in a world of images.

Her career lasted – nothing was ever too late: in 2018, Iris Apfel: Accidental Icon, a book of memoir and sound style advice; in 2019, a contract with the model agency IMG; and last year, a beauty campaign for makeup with Ciaté London. The documentarian Albert Maysles trailed her for Iris (2014), filming this “geriatric starlet” – her term – as she dealt drolly with new high-fashion friends, or laughed at an “Iris” Halloween costume (glasses, a ton of bangles).

She watched as a storage loft of her antique treasures was listed in lots for sale, and as white-gloved assistants from museums that had begged a bequest boxed up her garments; she still had, and wore, the shoes from her wedding. All things, she said, were only on loan in this world, even to collectors. The point was to enjoy them to the full before bidding them good-bye.

Carl died in 2015.

🔔 Iris Barrel Apfel, decorator and fashion stylist, born 29 August 1921; died 1 March 2024

Daily inspiration. Discover more photos at Just for Books…?

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✨🇲🇦 Bienvenue to the cosmic bazaar of #OBEYseason20! 🌠✨ Souhail, the Moroccan maestro, emerges as a radiant star in the Top 12, adorned in a glossy sci-fi rubber look that weaves the vibrant threads of Moroccan heritage with futuristic allure. His presence is a dance of passion and tradition under the cosmic arches. 🔥🕌

Gentlemen, join the caravan: Like, comment, save, and share across Instagram, Tumblr, and X, casting your votes in the digital souk. Each interaction crafts a mosaic of desire that echoes through the bustling streets and cosmic realms! 📲🌌

Dive into our Instagram stories, where a simple yes or no becomes a celebration of cross-cultural love. Witness as nos subtract from yes, leaving only the echoes of heritage's devotion! 🔥🌍

Marvel at Souhail, the Moroccan maestro, as he enchants with his glossy sci-fi allure—a fusion of cultural richness and futurism, a dance that transcends time in the cosmic fashion show!

#AI #Rubber #Latex #OBEYseason20 💖💋 Surrender to the cosmic embrace of Moroccan elegance! 🌠✨

[paramedicabroad]

Medina of Marrakesh

Today, let’s wander through the vibrant heart of Marrakesh, Morocco—its legendary Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site that pulses with history, culture, and endless charm. Known as the “Red City” because of its blush-colored walls, the Medina of Marrakesh is an intoxicating blend of ancient and modern that will transport you to another world the moment you step inside.

In 1985, the Medina of Marrakesh was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognizing its exceptional cultural value and its role in shaping the history of North Africa and the wider Arab world. The medina’s architecture, artistic achievements, and lively traditions reflect the rich heritage of Morocco, making it one of the most significant urban sites in the Arab-Muslim world.

The Medina of Marrakesh was founded in 1070 by the Almoravid dynasty and has been a thriving cultural and economic center ever since. This historic walled city reflects centuries of Islamic architecture and North African influence, making it a truly unique place to explore. It’s a maze of narrow streets, colorful souks, grand palaces, and tranquil courtyards that hide behind modest doors, waiting to be discovered.

At the heart of the Medina is the world-famous Djemaa el-Fna, a square unlike any other. By day, it’s a bustling market where you can find everything from fresh orange juice to intricate handicrafts. As the sun sets, the square transforms into a lively stage of traditional Moroccan culture. Snake charmers, storytellers, musicians, and food vendors fill the space with life and energy, creating an unforgettable experience.

The Koutoubia Mosque is the most prominent structure in the Medina, with its towering minaret rising 77 meters above the city. Built in the 12th century, this mosque is a masterpiece of Almohad architecture and remains one of Marrakesh’s most recognizable symbols. Although non-Muslims are not allowed inside, the beauty of its exterior and the serenity of its surrounding gardens are enough to leave you mesmerized.

The souks (markets) of Marrakesh are legendary and offer one of the most immersive shopping experiences in the world. From spices and textiles to leather goods and metalwork, the souks are packed with vibrant colors, rich scents, and the constant hum of negotiation. Getting lost in this labyrinth of stalls is part of the fun—you never know what treasures you’ll find around the next corner.

Hidden within the Medina is the Bahia Palace, an opulent 19th-century residence that showcases the best of Moroccan craftsmanship. The intricate tile work, painted ceilings, and lush gardens of the palace were designed to impress, and they do just that. It’s a serene oasis of beauty and history, offering a peaceful contrast to the bustling streets outside.

Just outside the Bahia Palace, you’ll find the Saadian Tombs, a burial site dating back to the 16th century. These tombs were lost to time for centuries, only to be rediscovered in 1917. Today, they stand as a striking example of Islamic architecture, with intricate carvings, colorful tiles, and serene gardens surrounding the resting places of Saadian royalty.

What makes Marrakesh’s Medina truly special is that it’s not a museum frozen in time—it’s a living, breathing part of daily life in the city. People still live, work, and celebrate in the Medina, which makes every visit a vibrant and dynamic experience. From rooftop cafes with sweeping views to quiet riads (traditional homes) hidden behind elaborate doors, the Medina is full of contrasts that will captivate your heart and imagination.🕌🏙️🇲🇦

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Tangier, Morocco 2019

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Visit Morocco: Family-Friendly Adventures

Morocco, a land of vibrant colors, bustling souks, and ancient wonders, isn’t just for intrepid solo travelers or romantic couples. It’s a fantastic destination for families too! With its mix of cultural immersion, outdoor adventures, and kid-friendly attractions, Morocco promises an unforgettable vacation for all ages. Let’s dive into some exciting activities and destinations that will have your whole family saying, “Let’s visit Morocco again!”

Camel Trekking in the Sahara Desert: A Childhood Dream Come True When You Visit Morocco

Imagine the wide eyes of your kids as they climb atop a gentle camel, ready to embark on a desert trek. The vastness of the Sahara, with its rolling dunes and golden sands, is a sight that will ignite their imagination. As you sway rhythmically with the camel’s gait, share stories of nomadic life and gaze at the breathtaking sunset painting the sky in vibrant hues. It’s an experience that will create lasting memories for your family when they visit Morocco.

Exploring Marrakesh’s Enchanting Jemaa el-Fnaa: A Sensory Overload for the Whole Family

Marrakesh’s famous square, Jemaa el-Fnaa, is a whirlwind of activity that will captivate young and old alike. Snake charmers, storytellers, acrobats, and musicians fill the square, creating a lively atmosphere that’s both exciting and slightly chaotic. Wander through the stalls selling traditional crafts, sample delicious street food, and let your kids try their hand at henna art. The energy of Jemaa el-Fnaa is contagious and will leave your family buzzing with excitement during your visit to Morocco.

Getting Lost in the Medina of Fez: An Urban Adventure in Morocco

The medina of Fez, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a labyrinth of narrow alleyways, hidden courtyards, and ancient architecture. With its maze-like streets, it’s easy to get lost, but that’s part of the fun! Encourage your kids to embrace the adventure, discover hidden gems, and marvel at the intricate details of the buildings. Don’t miss the tanneries, where leather is dyed in vibrant colors using traditional methods. It’s a unique experience that will spark curiosity and conversation during your visit to Morocco.

Relaxing on the Beaches of Essaouira: Fun in the Sun for Everyone

After days of exploring, unwind on the beautiful beaches of Essaouira. With its long stretches of golden sand, gentle waves, and refreshing Atlantic breezes, it’s the perfect place to relax and recharge. Let your kids build sandcastles, fly kites, or try their hand at surfing. The laid-back atmosphere of Essaouira will soothe your soul and create a sense of calm after the hustle and bustle of the cities.

Discovering the Magic of Chefchaouen: A Blue Wonderland to Visit in Morocco

Nestled in the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen is a charming town painted entirely in shades of blue. Its narrow streets, adorned with colorful flowers and intricate doorways, create a fairytale-like setting that will delight your kids. Explore the medina, visit the Kasbah museum, and hike to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic views of the town and surrounding countryside. The magic of Chefchaouen will leave a lasting impression on your family when you visit Morocco.

Embracing Nature in the Ourika Valley: A Breath of Fresh Air When You Visit Morocco

Escape the city and immerse yourselves in the natural beauty of the Ourika Valley. With its lush greenery, cascading waterfalls, and traditional Berber villages, it’s a refreshing change of pace. Hike along the river, visit a local market, and enjoy a traditional Berber meal in a family home. The Ourika Valley offers a glimpse into rural Moroccan life and provides opportunities for outdoor adventures and cultural immersion during your visit to Morocco.

Morocco is a destination that caters to all ages, with its mix of cultural experiences, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly attractions. Whether you’re exploring ancient cities, trekking through the desert, or relaxing on the beach, Morocco will create memories that your family will cherish for a lifetime. So, pack your bags, grab your kids, and embark on an unforgettable journey to this captivating country!

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My Nuseirat

I was born in the Nuseirat refugee camp and it made me who I am. The Nuseirat massacre will not be the last in Gaza, but like all massacres committed by colonialists, it will be a signpost in our long walk to freedom that will not be forgotten.

I was born in the Nuseirat refugee camp; all my siblings were born there too. My father, together with my sister and brother are buried in two of its cemeteries. Almost the entire Eid clan still lives there, and those butchered by genocide Israel’s killing machine are buried there. Hundreds of my students are from there. I know almost every single street of the camp; I am familiar with the faces of its residents, all of whom are refugees from towns and villages erased by apartheid Israel in 1948.  Nuseirat, one of Gaza’s eight refugee camps, has become a major component of my national and class consciousness, a place of both destitution and revolution. In the early 1970’s, I was a small child when I heard of the clashes between the fedayeen, our supermen, and the Zionist “villains.” Stories of heroism and martyrdom in defense of the camp and a lost country called Falasteen were discussed by family, relatives, neighbors and friends—all refugees from the south of the “Land of Sad Oranges,” as referred to by our intellectual giant, Ghassan Kanafani. A connection was created by the village of Zarnouqa, from which my parents were expelled by Zionist thugs together with thousands of other villagers in 1948, and Nuseirat. The Zarnouqa/Nuseirat dialect became the correct form of spoken Arabic for me; it’s bortoqal (oranges), I was told, were the best in the whole wide world (sometimes the speaker would acknowledge “second to Jaffa’s”!) Those orange orchards were replanted around Nuseirat until apartheid Israel decided to uproot them all during the first Intifada.  I am writing this piece hours after genocidal Israel killed 274 and injured more than 400 beautiful Nuseiraties, many of whom are my relatives, friends, students…only to rescue four of its captives. 64 of the victims were children and 57 women. Those who were brutally murdered were either going to or coming back from the Camp Souk, having their breakfast, playing in the street, going to the Al Awda hospital, cooking food, visiting relatives and friends, i.e. the timing was chosen carefully in order to kill as many people as possible.  When will genocidal Biden be satisfied? How many more children have to lose limbs, or be killed? How many mothers have to be murdered or lose their little ones in order to convince the colonial West, led by the United States, that it is time to have a ceasefire? Obviously, the 36,800 killed, including 15,000 children and 11,000 women, with more than 11,000 under the rubble, are not enough. How about the destruction of 70 percent of the entire Gaza Strip? The killing of hundreds of its academics, doctors and journalists? The erasure of whole families from the civil registry? The closure of its 7 gates? The starving to death of those who refuse to leave or die? 

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Nuseirat is a microcosm of the genocide. The life of four white, Ashkenazi Israelis is equivalent to the lives of 274 native mothers, doctors, children… And the white world is celebrating this “victory” regardless of the “collateral damage” as long as the victims are not like “us”, the white gods of this unjust world. The Nuseirat massacre is not a moment of victory after which Benjamin Netanyahu and his gang of fascist thugs can call it a day. There will be more massacres committed by the same bloodthirsty colonizers. But Nuseirat, like all massacres committed by colonialists whether in Algeria, South Africa, Ireland, or other settler colonies, will be a signpost in our long walk to freedom. Only those who stand on the right side of history can read the signs.

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Do you know any similar bracelets and jewelry to Cartier Love Bracelets, that are just really basic and simple? I want to buy some jewelry that can be worn anywhere.

The Love Bracelet is the ultimate basic rich girl bracelet. I don’t really wear mine anymore but I used to wear it all the time, it’s ubiquitous and can be worn with any casual daytime outfit without causing any undue fuss or attention. The Love Bracelet is weird because it’s so well-known, everyone and their mother has a rep these days and it’s seen on the wrists of prostitutes and princesses, and yet it can still somehow go unnoticed as long as you don’t actually jangle it in people’s faces. From afar it looks like a simple gold or silver bangle, it’s unobtrusive and honestly, I do think that every girl could do with having a 15-dollar rep tucked in the back of her jewellery box, just in case.

Basic simple bangles:

Olivia Le, £45; Lily & Roo, £75; Karin Andréasson, £116; Dower & Hall, £165

The basic, simple bangle is what I prefer over the Love Bracelet these days. You can show a bit more character, go vintage or niche, designer or high street, and have a little fun with it. I love my vintage Gucci bamboo bangle and I wear it all the time, and I collect enamel bangles from Michaela Frey, too. I’ve chosen a selection of gold-plated bangles (all—apart from Olivia Le—also available in silver!) that I think are fun but simple enough to go with everything, but you could really put anything in this category, it all depends on your personal style. Wear them stacked or on their own, they work both ways and give a little lift to an otherwise boring outfit.

Love bracelet dupes:

QVC Diamonique, £30; Kate Spade, £75; Coach, £95; Tory Burch, £165

These are just a few dupes (i.e. Cartier ‘inspired’ pieces) I found whilst looking through the ‘product’ section on Google. The Love Bracelet is iconic and has been copied and reinterpreted by almost every brand, and I’m fairly sure you could get a dupe at Claire’s at this point if you looked hard enough. I’ve linked pieces at a range of price points from brands I trust not to steal your money or break upon first wear; there are a lot of shady jewellery sites these days, and not only the cheap ones, either, so if you’re looking for an ‘inspired’ bracelet rather than a straight-up fake, then I recommend you stick to known brands and mid-tier jewellery houses.

Straight-up reps:

If you live in, or are going to soon visit, South or West Asia, then get yourself down to the jewellery district, into the bazaar or souk, and find yourself a decent jeweller or gold merchant. It’s almost too easy to find perfect, solid gold replicas of one of the world’s most famous bracelets. The same goes for Southeast Asia, I know several excellent jewellery merchants in Indonesia and Malaysia who do amazing replicas and fantasy pieces from all the big houses. What I will say is that gold is soft, and scratches easily—genuine Love Bracelets notoriously scratch like hell, and all the solid gold replicas I’ve seen have scratched equally as badly.

I personally think that, unless you’re in pursuit of 1:1 perfection, then you’re better off buying stainless steel from China. It won’t scratch as much, and it’s cheap. There are two factories producing the largest proportion of replica Love Bracelets in China, and they both make at what I’d consider to be a low-mid tier, the interior details of the bracelets are incorrect and the screws are set too deep, but unless you take it off and show it to people who have an eye for jewellery and the authentic bracelet on hand for reference, nobody is going to call you out. There’s no point, in my view, in paying hundreds for 18k Chinese reps when you could contact an Indonesian or Indian or Emirati merchant and have the same thing for much less, and there’s no point in buying mid-tier through WhatsApp sellers when they source from exactly the same factories as DHGate and AliExpress. I’d drop links but they’d expire quickly anyway, so just go on AliExpress, find yourself a jewellery seller with over a 97% approval rating and reviews with photographs, message the shop and ask for real photos before you buy, pay like £25 max for your bracelet and go off on your merry way.