2024 Paris Games: Kazakhstan's team uniform showcases the nation's cultural heritage
Several types of uniforms were prepared for Kazakhstan’s national team for the 2024 Paris Olympics. These are a ceremonial suit, a ceremonial sports uniform, a sports uniform and a ceremonial uniform for flag bearers, reported Kazinform on July 10.
Athletes will wear ceremonial dress during the opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympic Games.
The national ornamentation in the costumes serves both decorative and symbolic purposes, reflecting the artistic worldview and aesthetic values of the Kazakh people. For instance, the muyiz (horns) symbolize strength, courage, and protection, associated with powerful animals like buffalo and deer. The kos muyiz (double horn) enhances this symbolism, representing internal unity and harmony. The kaz moiyn (gooseneck) signifies flexibility, agility, and grace, highlighting adaptability in sports.
The ceremonial sports uniform features national ornaments and an image of a golden eagle, symbolizing the courage, masculinity, and greatness of the Kazakh people. Athletes will also receive sports uniforms consisting of 18 items.
The dress uniform for the flag bearers includes several sets, featuring boric (the national headdress for men) and saukele (the traditional women’s headdress), inspired by Tomiris, the legendary queen of the Saka tribes. These headdresses are adorned with fringe and inlaid with semi-precious turquoise stones.(Source:astanatimes)
