The costume was a replica of a medallion unearthed by archaeologists at Toprak Kale near Lake Van , which some 0years ago was the site of the capital of the Kingdom of Urartu. That is the main reason why after looking at the costume people immediately realized the social level of the wearer and in some cases could even identify some nuances such as the social class. See full list on ourarmenia.
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-sleeve with a collar decorated with embroidery.
Men wore a caftan over the shirt which was another important traditional attribute of men’s Taraz. The appearance without caftan in public places was unacceptable despite the hot weather. Their trousers were usually very loose and comfortable. A silver belt was regarded as a symbol of his maturity, whereas a golden belt showed his wealth.
The outer garment of women was quite diverse – dresses, jackets, and sleeveless clothes. The dresses were made of satin, silk, and velvet. The women’s clothing was decorated with embroidery.