The social experiment of a Russian guest walking through the capital's streets in summer attire to test the public's reaction to her appearance was analyzed. This was reported by Upl.uz.
The issue of tourists' appearance matching local customs remains a frequent topic of discussion despite the official secular status of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Recently, the experience of Kristina Dudich, a Russian temporarily residing in the capital, added practical observations to these debates.
She walked alone in Tashkent for several hours wearing a short dress, assessing the attitude of city residents and the level of personal safety. Uzbekistan demonstrates various approaches to dress styles as a country where modern trends harmonize with millennia-old traditions.
In the streets of large cities, women can be seen wearing both traditional clothing and European-style outfits, including dresses and skirts of various lengths. There is no legal ban regulating the wearing of short skirts, dresses, or shorts.
At the same time, among the country's guests, there are opinions about the necessity to adhere to a rather cautious and modest style. Dudich's walking route stretched from the bustling Shota Rustaveli Street to the modern Magic City park.
She deliberately drew attention to her appearance. The results differed from initial assumptions.
According to her, throughout the entire time, she did not encounter any disapproval or disturbing attitudes. Verbal interactions were limited to a few compliments and brief phrases in Uzbek from construction workers, which had no offensive meaning.
This individual case aligns with the overall safety indicators in the country. According to the 2024 Global Peace Index, Uzbekistan ranks 60th among 163 countries and is considered one of the safe countries for travel, including solo trips.
The report highlights the low crime rate and the effective work of law enforcement agencies. Dudich also noted a general sense of security on the capital's streets.
The observations of the Russian woman indicate that in Tashkent, a large metropolis, diversity in clothing among locals and many tourists has become common. Attitudes towards appearances that differ from traditional styles are often neutral.
Uzbek women choose various types of clothing for themselves, ranging from fully covered to modern and open styles, creating a colorful and multifaceted urban environment. The traditional Uzbek fabric ikat is famous for its bright and vague patterns, prepared using a complex hand-dyeing technique before weaving the threads.
This method makes each piece of fabric unique. Today, ikat elements are actively used not only locally but also worldwide by renowned designers in clothing and accessory collections.
