Ethnic and Local Characteristics of Men’s Traditional Clothing in the Khorezm Oasis
Keywords:
Traditional Clothing; Khorezm; Men’s Costume; Skullcap; Chogirma; Chapan; EthnographyAbstract
This article provides a detailed ethnographic analysis of men’s traditional clothing in the Khorezm oasis, emphasizing its ethnic, social, and environmental dimensions. Particular attention is paid to headwear and outer garments as key indicators of local identity, age hierarchy, and social respect. The study combines a critical analysis of classical ethnographic and historical literature with the author’s long-term field research conducted in various districts of Khorezm between 1995 and 2017. The findings demonstrate that despite significant socio-economic changes during the twentieth century, many traditional elements of men’s clothing have been preserved in ceremonial contexts and continue to function as symbols of cultural continuity.
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