METHODS FOR CONSTRUCTING KIMONO-STYLE GARMENTS BASED ON UZBEK NATIONAL FABRICS

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This article examines the methodological principles and construction techniques of kimono-style garments created using traditional Uzbek national fabrics. As global fashion increasingly assimilates cultural identities, the integration of national textiles such as atlas, adras, bekasam, and banoras into modern silhouettes has become highly relevant. The study explores how the structural properties, weaving technologies, and ornamental patterns of Uzbek fabrics influence garment construction and adaptation of the kimono form. The conceptual basis is supported by cultural fashion theory (Craik, 2009), textile science (Kadolph, 2014), and contemporary approaches to heritage-based design (Skov, 2011). Findings reveal that the natural drape, motif directionality, color symmetry, and fabric density play a decisive role in pattern-making, seam allowances, and fit adjustments. Practical recommendations are presented for modifying the traditional kimono structure to suit Uzbek textile geometry, preserving authenticity while ensuring ergonomic comfort and aesthetic harmony.