12/20/2025
History is important, know thy self.
In North Africa, particularly among elite societies and Moorish cultures, wigs and false hairpieces were worn as symbols of status, refinement, and modesty. Influenced by ancient Egyptian traditions, where wigs signified wealth and cleanliness, North African and Moorish women—especially in royal courts and urban centers—used added hair or structured hair coverings to enhance beauty while respecting cultural norms of modesty. Jewish communities in Morocco, Tunisia, and Andalusian regions also adopted wigs or hairpieces as a form of hair covering for married women, blending religious practice with local fashion. Overall, wigs in North African and Moorish history were not everyday wear for all people, but a cultural expression of identity, dignity, and social standing.
