Traditional Fouta Ma`Cuca online
This type of towel of Arabic origin is the new revolution in textiles to take to the beach or the swimming pool in summer. They were originally used for the Hamman, also known as Turkish bath. In this type of sauna, 3 foutas were given to each person entering the bath, one to serve as underwear when entering, another to leave and a third to dry off at the end. This is a very famous product of Tunisian culture that has gradually been introduced in the West.
In Tunisia it has a wide variety of uses, from tablecloth to dress or even turban. Although its traditional use was to cover the body in this type of spa. Both the size and the type of fabric have evolved to adapt to the different uses it is used for today.
What is a traditional fouta?
Originally intended for use in the Turkish bath, foutas were created to serve as a beach or bath towel with a high absorption capacity and easy folding. Of Arab origin, they have arrived in the West to become a versatile accessory in our daily lives, both in our homes and in our leisure time.
What are their uses?
We already know the traditional use of foutas, being 100% cotton, they are very resistant to washing, absorbent and easily foldable. But this is not the only use for this product, as they can be used as a tablecloth, as a bedspread, as a lounge accessory for the sofa or even to cover sun loungers on a terrace. The uses are as endless as the imagination of the person using it. In some cases it can also be used as a dress or sarong.
What size are the traditional Ma'Cuca foutas?
In order to be comfortable, the standard size of the traditional Ma'Cuca foutas is 2x1 metres. This is the ideal size for wrapping yourself in them or even spreading them out on the lawn to lie down and spend the afternoon with family and friends.
What colours are the Tunisian foutas available in?
At Ma'cuca we have a wide variety of colours, you are sure to find the perfect combination for you. If what you need are neutral colours such as white, brown or grey, you have a selection of them in our catalogue. If you are looking for brighter or more eye-catching colours, we also have traditional foutas with turquoise blue, orange or red.
