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Volume 10, Numéro 2, Pages 138-152
2025-03-15

An Analytical Reading Of Algerian Dress Between The Duality Of Authenticity And Modernity

Authors : Zougaie Mounia . Bahmed Oussama .

Abstract

Traditional clothing in Algerian society holds significant importance for researchers in sociology, anthropology, psychology, and art studies. This topic explores various aspects of human heritage across eras, focusing on socialisation’s role in preserving traditional attire. Algerian clothing, jewellery, and textiles embody aesthetic values rooted in folk heritage, carrying symbols of cultural belonging. This heritage provides researchers with rich topics inspired by cultural, historical, aesthetic, and social values. Algerian heritage emphasizes the material legacy that preserves culture amid social changes. Traditional fashion varies by region, influenced by evolving social and cultural systems, customs, and traditions. Beyond its primary function, clothing serves as a cultural tool widely explored by researchers.

Keywords

 Clothing:  Traditional Clothing:  Cultural Values: