Black Velvet Kuchi

This is a luxurious women's Afghan frock (or Pā'r-ān), a formal dress style often made of rich fabric like velvet. The dress is heavily adorned with thick, dense, colorful embroidery (yellow/gold and blue in this example) around the neckline, bodice, and bell-sleeves. It features small mirrors and metallic coin-like embellishments (like the white discs on the bodice). This elaborate, full-coverage style is worn for special events, weddings, and traditional celebratory dances.