January
23
Men’s Armenian Taraz
Նարեկ Գրիգորյան
The Armenian Taraz consisted of two main components: the upper part (a shirt, a jacket, a fur coat) and the lower back part (trousers, belt). The men’s shirt was long-sleeved, with a collar decorated with embroidery. Men wore a caftan over the shirt which was another important traditional attribute of men’s Taraz. To appear without caftan in public places was unacceptable despite the hot weather. Their trousers were usually very loose and comfortable. Moreover, the belt used to be a significant attribute as well. A silver belt was regarded as a symbol of his maturity, whereas a golden belt showed his wealth.