On February 3, 2026, a special and truly inspiring
meeting titled “The Code of the Nation in Modern Style: How National
Clothing Shapes Youth Identity” was held at Astana International
University. Students of the Pedagogical Institute actively participated in the
event, showing great interest in issues of cultural heritage and identity
formation.
The meeting was organized by Doctor of Pedagogical
Sciences, Professor Zamira Dzhuraevna Baubekova, and Senior Lecturer Nina
Vasilievna Vlasova. The guests of honor included the head of the “Zhasar”
modeling business, designer and author of national clothing collections Korlan
Sultanovna Kalieva, along with her creative team.
From the very beginning, it was clear that the
discussion would go far beyond fashion. In her speech, Professor Baubekova
emphasized that talking about national clothing means talking about ourselves.
Clothing is not only about fabric, cut, or color — it is a language through
which a person expresses character, values, and attitude toward their culture.
Modern youth live in a fast-paced world where trends
and styles change rapidly. In this flow, it is easy to lose oneself and simply
copy others without asking the key question: where am I in all of this?
In this context, national clothing was presented not as a relic of the past,
but as a living connection to one’s roots, embodying memory, dignity, and
beauty with deep meaning in the present.
Korlan S. Kalieva shared her professional and creative
perspective on how national clothing can become the language of a modern
generation — a language of confidence, self-respect, and inner freedom.
The fashion show of contemporary designs made a strong
impression on the audience. The unique creations by Korlan Sultanovna
captivated both students and faculty members.
Associate Professor A.K. Kalieva noted that the runway
seemed to bring together Tomyris — heroines of ancient legends — and girls from
the future.
Professor K.Zh. Ibraeva admired the carefully selected color palette and
expressive modern tailoring of the national costumes.
Students of the Pedagogical Institute admitted that
the meeting helped them reconsider national clothing as something not tied to
the past, but rather as a conscious choice and an expression of personal
identity in today’s world.
In conclusion, PhD, Deputy Dean for Research of the
Pedagogical Institute Gulim Sailaubekovna Karimova emphasized the importance of
such meetings for students and expressed confidence that they should become a
meaningful tradition of the university.