Sakinah

A full-body image of a model standing against a plain background, wearing a layered dress made of warm-toned ikat fabric. The dress features flowing pleated tulle godets that add volume and movement. Around the neck is a large, white, sculptural detachable collar made from moiré fabric. The outfit is paired with sheer, wide-leg pants made from striped material, visible beneath the dress layers. The overall look blends traditional textile design with modern fashion details.

Layered ikat dress with pleated tulle godets, moiré detachable collar, and sheer striped yoke pants.

Model with long dark hair tied with ribbon is turning gracefully to her side. She is wearing a flowing, layered warm-toned ikat dress with pleated tulle godets and paired with wide-legged sheer striped pants. The image showcases the godets while she turns back holding the dress. The background is soft beige color.

Back view, showcasing the soft structure and elegance of mixed textiles, finished with bias binding.

A model stands against a plain backdrop, wearing a white moiré paranja, or robe, with bold blue and black ikat framing along the front and hood. The paranja has discreet sleeve openings at the sides, revealing the model’s arms. Underneath, a glimpse of a cobalt blue dropped-waist dress with a scalloped, gathered waistline is visible. The model looks downward with a calm expression, gently holding the edges of the ikat panels near her face. The overall look blends traditional Uzbek garments with

Ikat-framed moiré paranja with sleeve slits over a drop-waist dress featuring scalloped waist.

Model Is wearing a moire paranja with ikat frame, draped open at the sleeve slits and held at the forearms. Underneath, she wears a drop-waist dress with scalloped waistline. The garments flow gracefully as she looks down to her left shoulder, showcasing another way to style the traditional paranja.

Paranja draped open at sleeve slits over a drop-waist dress, showing an alternate styling method.

Model wearing a sleeveless drop-waist dress with a blue ikat bodice. The skirt is made of cobalt blue georgette, cut on bias and gathered into soft scallops. She holds one side of the skirt out to the side with her right hand, creating an elegant drape showcasing thee fluidity and volume of the fabric. Her left arm rests naturally by her side and her head is turned toward her shoulder.

Drop-waist dress with ikat bodice and bias-cut georgette skirt, gathered in scallops.

Sakinah seamlessly weaves traditional Uzbek elements with contemporary design, capturing the serene beauty of Samarkand. Its flowy yet structured garments embody timeless elegance and my journey of embracing my culture. Look 1 is inspired by my school uniform, while Look 2 reflects the Paranja and Islamic architecture. I used Uzbek ikats (adras) as my main fabric, enhancing them with other textiles to add depth and richness, creating a harmonious blend of past and present.

Credits

Photographer: Abdulaziz Abdukayumov, Behzod Homidov
Model: Umida Mamasaidova

Asalya Samieva

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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