# Paper-Made Mongolian Couture Asya Kozina's DIY Paper Costumes Resemble Cultural Fashions By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-11-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-paper-costumes References: [joquz](http://www.joquz.com/2444/paper-mongolian-costumes-by-asya-kozina) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/asyakozina) Asya Kozina's DIY paper costumes are not your run-of-the-mill craft project and instead resemble [couture garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup) from vintage designer archives. Inspired by traditional Mongolian attire, the artist creates these stunning dresses and headpieces that rival fabric-made cultural garb. These DIY paper costumes by Asya Kozina are crafted with the utmost precision and attention to detail. The artist creates [paper version of Mongolian bridal fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein) and injects traditional designs with a dose of whimsy and futurism. The final result is both beautiful and inspiring, proving that a simple material doesn't have to limit an artist. These paper-made costumes are not only wearable and dynamic but also double as sculptural art pieces that can be compared to real apparel worn by historical monarchs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Paper Costumes:** Opportunity for artists and fashion designers to explore new materials and create unique wearable art. - **Mongolian-inspired Fashion:** Potential for fashion brands to incorporate elements of traditional Mongolian attire into modern designs for a unique and culturally rich aesthetic. - **Whimsical Couture:** Disruptive opportunity for couture designers to experiment with unconventional materials and create fantastical garments that challenge traditional notions of fashion. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore the potential of paper as a medium for creating highly detailed and visually stunning costumes. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands have an opportunity to incorporate cultural elements into their designs, resulting in unique and appealing collections. - **Couture:** Couture designers can push boundaries by using unconventional materials, creating one-of-a-kind pieces that blur the line between fashion and art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seasonal Interactive Fashion Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washi-paper.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Cultural Olympic Uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mongolia-winter-olympics.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [House-Like Paper Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-show-space.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Origami-Inspired Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-series.md)