Albert Oiknine

Albert Oiknine is a Moroccan couture designer from Casablanca, known for haute couture caftans that blend Moroccan craftsmanship with Western influences. He works from his Chaba Couture house and workshop in Casablanca and has shown collections internationally.

Who is Albert Oiknine?

Albert Oiknine is a Moroccan fashion designer born in Casablanca in 1970 and one of the best-known names in caftan making. He grew up in a craft family: his mother was a seamstress and his father owned a haberdashery. He is regarded as a designer of reference for the Royal House of Morocco.

History

He debuted in 2000 with five looks at the caftan parade in Morocco. His Caftan du Maroc collections have since been shown in cities including Paris, Berlin, London, New York, Milan, Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and he has presented at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid.

Products and positioning

Oiknine creates sophisticated, feminine caftan-dresses inspired by long evening gowns, with volume, lace and embroidery, sometimes with pearls and stones. Signature techniques include drapes, hand-stitched embroidery, gold threads and ostrich feathers. He has dressed figures such as Aishwarya Rai and made film costumes for Tom Hanks and Amira Casar.

Distribution

His house, Chaba Couture, operates a private boutique and workshop in the Place Verdun area of Casablanca. His pieces are also sold at the Royal Mansour, Four Seasons and Selman hotels in Marrakech.

Why it matters

Oiknine is a leading ambassador for the Moroccan caftan on international runways.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Albert Oiknine?

Albert Oiknine is a Casablanca-born Moroccan couture designer known for haute couture caftans.

Where can you buy Albert Oiknine caftans?

His pieces are sold at his Chaba Couture boutique in Casablanca and at luxury hotels in Marrakech such as Royal Mansour and Four Seasons.

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