Tunisian fashion designers look to past for inspiration

Tunis

TRADITIONAL embroidery on modern dresses, men's robes turned into women's jackets - Tunisian designers are making their mark with outfits inspired by their country's heritage.

Drawing on a diverse range of regional styles, designers such as Zeineb Chiboub are adding modern touches to the North African country's traditional garb.

Wearing a hooded coat inspired by the kachabiya, a winter robe usually worn by men, Ms Chiboub said that the idea of reworking…