Blue Fish
Blush Pink Tunisian Chechia
The traditional hat of Tunisia, the chechia is a small felt cap, but really, it's much more. It is the work of thousands of artisans who have preserved the craft for generations—importing wool, crocheting it into a simple shape, then felting, brushing, dyeing, and baking it until it emerges as a graceful, sculptural cap.
Handmade by master artisan Mohamed Ali Troudi, each blush pink chechia takes four months to create. Its soft color offers a contemporary interpretation of one of Tunisia's most enduring traditions, pairing as effortlessly with a summer dress as it does with tailored separates.
Place it on your head and you're wearing years of craftsmanship, heritage, and savoir-faire.
Material: 100% wool
Sizing: Available in size Small (21″ Circumference, 6.6″ D), Medium (22″ Circumference, 7.16″ D), Large (24″ Circumference, 7.64 D). For sizing, measure the circumference of your head at mid-forehead.
Alima is 5’10” and wears a size Small
Care: Dry clean
Easy returns
To Blue Fish founder Leila Ben Gacem, Tunisia means hope. She sees a country at a geographic crossroads where cultures have collided and co-mingled, and she’s dedicated herself to telling that story. Through Blue Fish, Ben Gacem promotes and celebrates Tunisian heritage, supporting local artisans and creating sustainable economic impact by introducing their handmade work to new customers. Her favorite place to visit inside Tunisia is the Medina of Tunis, a place she describes as “dense with human and heritage stories” where there’s a new discovery around every corner.
