M'laya
Algerian clothing
Type | Veil |
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Place of origin | Algeria[1] |
The M'laya (Arabic: ملاية) is a black veil that covers the whole body, it originated in Algeria.[1]
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The origin of the M'laya goes back to the 18th century and is connected to the death of Salah Bey who was the Bey of Constantine.[1] Following his tragic death a tradition emerged in Constantine of wearing the M'laya.[1][2] The M'laya is black in colour unlike the haik which is white. The M'laya covers the entire body and is said to have been a symbol of modesty.[3]
See also
- Haik
- Ghlila
- Algerian Kaftan
- Djebba Fergani
References
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