Uzbek fashion
The world of fashion has long drawn inspiration from Eastern designs. Colourful embroidery, elegant silhouettes and geometric patterns are just a few signature Uzbek features that have inspired international fashion. Uzbek designers are strengthening their position in the fashion world by participating in international shows, revealing and enriching the world with national styles. Here, we introduce five outstanding Uzbek fashion designers that are influencing contemporary fashion.
By Sabina Sharipova
Elmira Batyrova Design
Ever since she was in high school, Elmira Batyrova dreamed of creating her own fashion line. Her family was already engaged in the production of clothing in mass format, but Elmira wanted to do exclusive, individual tailoring. She later did an undergraduate degree at the Tashkent Institute of Textile and Light Industry and received a grant to travel to Korea to study fashion design.
All of Elmira’s products are made in her studio. Her designs are light and airy, and do not overwhelm the wearer. Every item is unique, made in a single version and not repeated, so every client can be sure of the exclusivity of their outfits. Elmira's main values and ideologies are tenderness, lightness and finesse. The studio works together with each of its clients to design a bespoke, individual image, and each garment is made by hand. Elmira has presented her clothes at shows in Kazakhstan, Dubai and Azerbaijan, she is also a frequent participant in Tashkent Fashion Week, with plans to hit French catwalks this spring.
Instagram: @elmira.batyrova.dsgn
Address: Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Parkentskaya str., 180
Dilnoz Erkinova
Dilnoz Collection was founded in 2012 by talented designer Dilnoz Erkinova. In her collections, Dilnoz uses the national silhouette of Uzbekistan and combines it with modern designs. She takes her inspiration from the world around her, from the starry sky and sunshine, but she also draws inspiration from conversations with interesting people. Local craftsmanship and the culture of Uzbekistan carry a certain atmosphere that also serves as a source of inspiration.
Each time Dilnoz works with authentic, local fabrics, she discovers them in a new way, finding the individual story of each textile and ornament. Dilnoz is a permanent participant in Tashkent Fashion Week and Kazakhstan Fashion Week, as well as other international exhibitions and fashion shows. She is currently a graduate student at L’Académie Internationale de Coupe de Paris.
Instagram: @dilnozdesigner @dilnoz_collection
Address: Visits to the showroom are available by appointment through Instagram.
