The Karakou is a long-sleeved fitted velvet jacket embroidered with golden and silvered threads, it is a traditional Algerian garment originating from Algiers.

[1][2][3] The Karakou was developed in the 19th century and is the evolution of the Algerian Ghlila which was part of the local dress of Algeria.

[4] This Algerian vest is made by an Algerian Embroidery called El Majboud, which was inscribed in the UNESCO along with the Algerian Kaftan and Chedda Tlemcenia.

[5] • Ghlila • Frimla • Djebba Fergani • Algerian Kaftan