Street style on the streets of Almaty

Here, everything is stylish: we show how guests prepared, shined, and added to the atmosphere of Visa Fashion Week Almaty.

14 May 2025

By Aziza Daniyarova

Fashion Week in Almaty gathered countless stylish individuals in one place. From the very first day, it was clear: guests had made an effort and came well-prepared. Their looks weren’t just about showcasing trends. They were about self-expression, from total black outfits accented with statement accessories to the most traditional elements of cultural identity.

Photo: Ulyana Bogulskaya

Photo: Alen Assemov

Photo: Alen Assemov

Photo: Ayana Ali

It felt like a true geography of style: in the crowd, you could spot people from different cities and countries – a richness reflected in the visual diversity. And yet, despite the stylistic differences, a central theme ran through the event – reinterpretation. This came through in the Y2K revival, in how Eastern craftsmanship was reimagined through an urban lens, and in the way layering has forever transformed the fashion landscape.

Photo: Bota_ss

Photo: raimonda kulikauskiene

Photo: Francesca Babi

Photo: raimonda kulikauskiene

What was especially striking was how guests mixed vintage pieces with contemporary elements, creating a symbiosis of past and present. Bold Eastern patterns became highlights in minimalist outfits, while antique jewelry took center stage as meaningful accents. Style isn’t always about trends – more often, it’s about your personal story.

Photo: raimonda kulikauskiene

Photo: raimonda kulikauskiene

Photo: Francesca Babi

Photo: Ulyana Bogulskaya

Photo: Ulyana Bogulskaya

Photo: Ulyana Bogulskaya

Photo: Francesca Babi

Visa Fashion Week Almaty isn’t just about collections, runways, and spotlights. It’s a city breathing fashion, and people who create it just by showing up.