I admit it: I have a rug-buying problem—specifically with vintage Moroccan rugs. I adore them and want to collect every colorful, character-filled piece I find. Since my partner gently reminded me we now have more rugs than rooms, I decided to share my favorite sources for colorful vintage Moroccan rugs. Consider this a curated list of go-to shops so you don’t have to spend days hunting through endless listings.
I’ve spent literal days scouring Etsy and other sites to find the best sellers and most unique pieces. Each shop below has a distinct aesthetic, so you’ll know the kind of rug you can expect. There are countless vendors out there, but these are the ones I return to again and again for vibrant color, thoughtful sourcing, and special finds.
Coco Carpets
Coco Carpets, run by my friend Caroline, is where Arlo’s rug (pictured) and the rug in our master bedroom came from. I love that Caroline sources rugs with super bright colors and neon accents—though she also carries neutrals for softer schemes. She’s conscientious about sharing each rug’s story: the tribe that made it, its approximate age, and any cultural meaning behind the motifs. If you want vivid rugs with provenance, Coco Carpets is a great place to start.
SHKOON
SHKOON supplied the small hallway rug pictured above. Mario, who lives in Morocco, documents his sourcing trips on Instagram, and it’s so fun to follow his finds in real time. SHKOON’s prices are excellent and the shop often carries patterns I don’t see elsewhere—everything from large neutrals to truly colorful, one-of-a-kind pieces. Watch for Instagram-exclusive deals and unique patterns that stand out from the usual marketplace offerings.
Shop Flea Market Fab
Flea Market Fab is where our dining room rug came from—it’s a favorite readers always ask about. Their selection often includes pinks and pink-and-teal combinations, so if you love bright, playful palettes, this shop is a winner. They also offer muted-but-colorful options, plus handmade poufs and pillows that match the aesthetic.
Flea Market Fab runs much of its inventory through Instagram sales, which are addicting: rugs and poufs are listed with details, and the first person to comment “SOLD” receives a PayPal invoice. Shipping in the U.S. is usually free, and I keep notifications on so I don’t miss new drops—it’s how I scored our dining room rug.
Baba Souk
If you love pastels, Baba Souk is worth checking out. Recently they launched an Instagram account with exclusive sales, and many of their rugs are pastel-forward—an uncommon palette in the vintage Moroccan market. They offer delicate, soft-hued rugs that are perfect for nurseries, bedrooms, or any space that needs a gentle color story.
Drift Home Collection
I kept returning to a rug from Drift Home Collection for our closet and regretted it when it sold—the lesson: don’t hesitate on great rugs. Drift is selective and curates many large pieces, which can be hard to find. They also commit 10% of profits to charity in the product’s country of origin, which I appreciate. Orders over $500 often ship free in the U.S., making larger purchases a little easier to justify.
theROOMERY
theROOMERY carries some truly quirky and unique rugs—like the one with tiny rainbow-like motifs I covet. They specialize in boucherouite kilim rugs with bold, unexpected color combinations. Their selection feels different from many mainstream shops, and they also offer bright, beautiful pillows that pair well with colorful rugs.
Handira Blankets
Handira Blankets is possibly the boldest, most colorful shop on this list. I purchased the rug pictured for our closet (it didn’t end up fitting, so a friend now has it), and I still adore it. Their runners and small boucherouite rugs are packed with unique color combinations and jaw-dropping brightness—perfect if you want a truly statement-making piece.
Which style is your favorite? I hope this roundup helps you find the perfect colorful Moroccan rug without spending days searching. If you’d like more home-focused roundups, tell me what you want to see—I’m happy to keep curating my favorite finds and sharing the best places to shop.
I regularly curate my favorite rugs in volume roundups for easy browsing:
Vol 1, Vol 2, Vol 3, Vol 4, Vol 5, Vol 6, Vol 7, Vol 8, Vol 9, Vol 10, Vol 11, Vol 12, Vol 13, Vol 14