Definition of Takchita from Wikipedia:
"The takchita (alternate spellings: takshita, tackshita, tackchita) is a Moroccan traditional women's garment that, like the Moroccan caftan, is worn for celebrations, particularly weddings. It is composed of two pieces, a dress as a first layer, often of fine but not ornately decorated fabric, and a more elaborate second layer or over-dress that often buttons up the front using the traditional sfifa and akaad closures. The upper layer is often richly adorned with embroidery, beading or sequins."
Being 1/2 Moroccan, the Takchita and the Kaftan have been an integral part of "dressing up" when it comes to weddings and other celebrations. I have accumulated an extensive collection thanks to one of my aunts who lives in Casablanca (Je t'aime Ta ta Nannoo!) and my mother in law, who was able to bring a sample of one of my takchitas with her to Pakistan, and had some made for me! The ones that she brought from there were just as beautiful and good quality as the ones I get from Casablanca, so kudos to Pakistani tailors and their wonderful skill!
The purple one pictured was given to me as a gift the last time my aunt came to visit, and the second and third dresses in gold were given to me by my mother in law. I usually wear these when I go to an Indian or Pakistani wedding, as there are not very many Moroccans that live here, and South Asians usually wear traditional clothing that is just as brightly colored and beautiful as Moroccan dresses!
The details on these dresses are very extensive. There is tons of beadwork on them, and it really makes you appreciate the art of fine tailoring which is hard to find nowadays!
I will be posting some more pictures soon, so please, enjoy :-)
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