"French, British and Moroccans have revived the style credentials of this ancient city...several young designers are now converting junk-filled tourist emporiums into boutiques...A rich blend of stunning, arabesque clothes, jewelry, accessories and home furnishings await the more discriminating shopper." -Daily Telegraph
Let Susan Simon guide you through the winding alleys, hidden courtyards, and bustling markets to uncover the best of the treasures of Marrakech: luxurious caftans of velvet or "Moroccan cashmere"; bejeweled shoes and slippers; ethnic jewelry with semi-precious stones or antique coins; handmade decorative objects for the home; beautifully embroidered linens and undergarments; colorful ceramics; sequined antique shawls; gold-encrusted glassware; and an Alladin's treasure trove of dazzling discoveries. The stylish author and photographer have dozens of ideas of how to incorporate your exotic finds into every wardrobe and home.
The guide is divided into seven separate walks-and little bonus walks-that take you through the main shopping areas, using the author's precise directions and visual landmarks.
And, as a caterer and cookbook author, Susan Simon can't resist pointing out her favorite spots, for everything from mint tea and pastries to fragrant tagines.
Everyone seems to have a friend of a friend who picked up an antique Louis XVI chair or Moorish chandelier in a backstreet for a song - and your chances of emulating them are much improved with two new guides. - Wanderlust
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