The Libyan dress has undoubtedly been influenced by other cultures. The Farmila is a sleeveless top, embroidered with a decorative cord from the front part. To make the Libyan Farmila, you need a piece of fabric, an appliqué cord, and a needle not more than five cm large, but it’s the skilled hands which make the difference and turn the garment into a piece of art. If you ever jump in a plane to Libya don't miss visiting the "Souq Al-Mushir" historic market in the Old City of Tripoli the "Medina", where you could purchase your own Farmila, as it is the main market for Libyan traditional costumes. Libyan Farmila has also attracted world celebrities such as the Rock and Roll singer, Elvis Presley and the football icon Maradona, who did not miss the chance to take a picture in the Farmila outfit

Source: Libya Today July 17, 2020 09:56 UTC