Babouches are comfortable and made of genuine leather. There are several models on the market. Making the right choice while ensuring an authentic style can be very tricky. The idea behind the design of these shoes is to prioritize customers and their desires, because their satisfaction is synonymous with success.
Originality of the Moroccan babouche
The word babouche (belgha in Arabic dialect) owes its origins to papush (from Persian). This term is composed of two parts: "pa" (foot) and "push" (to cover), which simply means shoe. Commonly called belgha or charbil in Moroccan circles, the babouche can be used to provide footwear for young and old, men, women and children.
The making of babouches draws its inspiration from ancestral Moroccan beauty, which is reflected in the patterns and pompoms shaped by the maâlem (master craftsman), without forgetting the contemporary touch in the choice of materials and shapes.
All occasions are good to wear the Moroccan babouche: large or small ceremonies, walks outside or, quite simply, at home as slippers. With a djellaba, a modern caftan or a Moroccan takchita during a party, a gandoura, blue jeans or shorts for a casual look, the babouche is a versatile shoe that adds value to your outfit.
Buy online or in a souk: what price for a pair of slippers?
The three essential elements that determine the price of a slipper are the leather used, the model and the reputation of the craftsman. Then there are the elements related to logistics.
Let's take an example of classic pointed slippers:
At the entry level, a pair made of cowhide leather in Marrakech is sold between €7 and €9 in the bazaars. A similar model in goat leather and made in Fez can easily climb to €20.
The average price of slippers online is €24. Adding shipping costs to this budget, the bill can reach €30 if you buy from a French store. The price is slightly lower in Moroccan online stores.
The place of manufacture is very important because each city has its specialization, sometimes in very small details; like the embroidery which differs in a Berber babouche made in Tiznit and that of Taroudant .
Recognizing the quality of a slipper
Some foreign manufacturers, based in Turkey and Asian countries, have invaded the Moroccan market through counterfeiting. The products delivered are refined, less robust and benefit small budgets.
Moroccan items, on the other hand, are unique and enjoy a great exclusivity that cannot be surpassed.
To counter this so-called competition and protect the values of our talented designers, the Moroccan government has taken a big decision. It has applied some customs barriers and adopted a special certification for the Moroccan babouche.
This dress code now has its own label. This guarantees not only the quality of the raw materials used, but also that of the entire production process.
Throughout Morocco, the best artisans have been honored and received the label, in recognition of their efforts and their commitment to the babouchier profession.
Today, before buying a product, it is useful to know a little more about its origin, its manufacturing cycle and, of course, the materials used.
The traditional Moroccan babouche has earned its label because it has created a signature of excellence, by emphasizing quality as well as hygiene and environmental standards. It respects, in fact, all the standards in terms of safety and health of consumers.
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