Tracking Trends in Russian Fashion and Design
Tracking Trends in Russian Fashion and Design Russia is renowned for its rich history, culture and traditions – and fashion has long been at the heart of the nation’s culture. From Soviet-era utilitarian clothing to the vibrancy of modern Russian Designers on the catwalks of Moscow and Paris, style and fashion have featured in Russia’s history almost as long as it has existed. What are the defining characteristics of Russian fashion and design, and how have these evolved over the years? What trends in fashion and design will we be seeing in the future? Historical Fashion Design in Russia Russian fashion and style is varied and unique. Clothing has always been heavily influenced by the culture and politics of the day, and Russian fashion has never been exempt from this. During the Soviet era of the 20th century, for example, outfits were uniforms or utilitarian – grey, loose-fitting clothes designed for practicality rather than style, reflecting the Communist regime. However, during...