WOMEN'S CLOTHES AND DECORATIONS OF THE CITY OF NAKHCHIVAN

Abstract

The land of Azerbaijan is divided into various historical and ethnographic regions in terms of their unique customs and traditions. One of such historical and ethnographic regions is Nakhchivan. In the XIX-XX centuries, this region consisted of two large cities - Nakhchivan and Ordubad. The article explores women's clothing, jewelry and decor items typical for the Nakhchivan region of Azerbaijan. National clothes are an important ethnographic phenomenon that characterizes, distinguishes and conveys the national aspect as a kind of material culture. Like other areas of material culture, clothing is also related to the socio-economic conditions of human life and clearly reflects the labor activity of people, artistic and aesthetic taste and class differences between social groups of society. In addition to religious beliefs, climatic, geographical and natural conditions also influence the style of clothing. The study of folk costumes in historical and ethnographic regions determines the general (similar) and local (different) characteristics of the Azerbaijani clothing culture and helps to closely monitor ethnocultural ties with the neighboring peoples of Azerbaijan. It is clear from research that although the clothing style of the 19th century is a logical continuation of the types of clothing formed in previous historical periods in accordance with the style method and sewing technique, it has undergone changes in accordance with the needs of the new period. This feature is most often found in urban and professional clothing. In particular, the deepening of the division of labor led to the creation of various types of professional clothing. The growth of trade union differences in society over time manifested itself in their clothing. Researchers note that in the 19th century, changes took place in Azerbaijani clothing, one of which was the gradual disappearance of military clothing and related types and their disappearance from the market over time. Only the dagger hanging from the belt and lead pockets on the side of the rope remain in addition to the clothes. After that, these elements partially lost their functional significance, which was preserved as a decorative element of decor Clothes are usually made from cloth. Fabric is one of the elements that reflect the culture of people. The patterns and colors of fabrics are important features that make the difference both between people and between rich and poor.   Since the middle of the 20th century, as in any clothing, national features began to disappear in women's clothing over time. Changes to the shape and features of clothing are now reflected in the style of clothing. Today, national clothes are practically not used among the townspeople. In particular, the media and the socio-economic structure form the basis of the dress change. In addition, the death of older people who wore traditional clothes and the interest of young people in today's fashion have led to the fact that national clothes are not in demand and are on the verge of extinction every day. To prevent this, it is necessary to create the necessary infrastructure for the transfer of these clothes to future generations.