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Carpet Museum Fashion Show: Patterns of Time

The Carpet Museum Fashion Show: Patterns of Time is a cultural event held at the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum to showcase the intersection of traditional weaving and modern design. Featuring 116 unique creations by 14 professional designers, the event presents contemporary fashion inspired by historical carpet motifs and compositions. The show specifically honors the 120th anniversary of the celebrated scholar and artist Latif Karimov.

Date
Jul 1, 2026
Location
Republic of Azerbaijan
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Carpet Museum Fashion Show: Patterns of Time

Event summary

Highlights

  • Features 116 garments designed by 14 professional Azerbaijani designers
  • Inspired by historical carpet motifs from the museum's collection
  • Commemorates the 120th anniversary of scholar and artist Latif Karimov
  • Result of a six-month collaborative research project
The 'Patterns of Time' fashion show represents a unique collaboration between the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum and leading local designers. Over a six-month research period, 14 fashion professionals explored the museum's collections and historical masterpieces to translate ancient symbols, national ornaments, and traditional color palettes into 116 modern garments. This initiative aims to reinterpret Azerbaijan's rich textile heritage through a contemporary lens, making traditional art forms accessible to modern audiences.

A central focus of the event is the artistic legacy of Latif Karimov, a pioneering carpet expert whose 120th birth anniversary is being commemorated in accordance with a presidential order. Participating designers, including Fakhriyya Khalafova and Gulnara Khalilova, incorporated Karimov's artistic principles and compositions into their collections. The showcase highlights the growing importance of the creative industries in preserving cultural identity while promoting innovation in Azerbaijani fashion and design.

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Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum
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