Karabakh outfits demonstrated in Uzbekistan [PHOTO]
By Laman Ismayilova
Karabakh outfits have been demonstrated in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
The fashion show was organized as part the Days of Azerbaijani Culture, Report.az reported.
The Days aim to promote Azerbaijan's rich culture, as well as to develop friendly relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.
Director of the Center for Azerbaijani Culture named after Heydar Aliyev in Uzbekistan, Samir Abbasov spoke about the unique and rich culture of Azerbaijan, rich cultural heritage created by Azerbaijanis in the culture cradle of the country, Karabakh.
During the fashion show, extensive information was given about the Karabakh clothes and their peculiarities.
Mostly the show displayed the outfits of wealthy Azerbaijani women of the period of Karabakh khans, solemn outfits, ceremonial outfits of young Karabakh beks and wedding attire.
Notably, clothes belonging to the Center for Azerbaijani Culture were demonstrated by young models of the Samarkand State University.
National costumes of Azerbaijanis are unique for their pretty look. Some twelve stages can be identified in the formation of national costume. Each stage saw further development and improvement, corresponding to changing tastes and living conditions.
The women dresses have elegant silhouettes and are cut to emphasizing flexible waist of Azerbaijani beauties. They are decorated with intricate embroidery and beautiful golden band.
Azerbaijani men's clothing is also very distinct. They emphasize the masculinity without restricting a man’s rapid movements.
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