Exploring the Highlights of the Sixth Day at Moscow Fashion Week

07.03.2024
Photos: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/F2zoXTL167sQIQ

On March 6th, Moscow Fashion Week hosted 16 more new shows at the Central Exhibition Hall ‘Manege.’ Designers from Moscow Saint Petersburg and Irkutsk, as well as brands from Costa Rica, China and Turkey, wowed attendees with their latest collections in unique Fashion shows.

On the sixth day brands from Voronezh, Kazan, Krasnodar, Kirov, Kyzyl, Perm, and Ulyanovsk showcased their collections at the the International RUSSIA Expo, in Pavilion No. 75 at VDNH.

From March 2 to 7, the Central Exhibition Hall ‘Manege’ hosts Moscow Fashion Week Market, where fashion enthusiasts can purchase clothing, footwear, and accessories from Russian designers. Additionally, the B2B showroom serves as a professional platform for designers and buyers. The Market and B2B showroom are open from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily. The ‘Manege’ also houses the Moscow Fashion Week Lecture Hall, offering insightful sessions for those interested in the industry.

DAGON (Saint Petersburg)

Dagon unveiled an otherworldly collection titled "Alien," inspired by the fantastical universe of the renowned contemporary artist Hans Rudolf Giger, famed for his contributions to the "Alien" films. Under the creative direction of Margarita Bagdasaryan, the brand delved into an extraterrestrial realm, showcasing avant-garde designs characterized by deconstructed cuts, a mix of textures and materials, and intricate 3D elements as embellishments. The collection exuded a truly futuristic aesthetic, featuring mechanical details and rotating gears seamlessly integrated into the garments, creating a visually captivating and innovative look.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/lTojPi44_tSPdw

elisabetta (Saint Petersburg)

The brand, based in Saint Petersburg, unveiled its latest collection focusing on women's outerwear, epitomizing Italian style and elegance. The collection features a serene color palette, classic prints, and luxurious materials that exude a sense of sophistication reminiscent of old money aesthetics. Architectural cuts and fur accent details add a distinctive touch to each garment, elevating their individual character. The collection predominantly revolves around a variety of coats, ranging from cropped styles to mid-length models. The show culminated in a statement piece - a striking bright red maxi coat adorned with a pearl chain, capturing attention and showcasing the brand's bold and refined aesthetic.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/mUXyZUHf0aKiiQ

SVETLANA MIKHALENKO (Moscow)

The latest collection from creative director Svetlana Mikhalenko is aptly named "The Museum of Lost Illusions." This collection showcases a blend of futuristic and Renaissance-inspired designs, creating a captivating and unique aesthetic. The futuristic elements include metallic-effect dresses, tops embellished with mesh and rhinestones, and garments featuring ultra-graphic sleeves and high stand-up collars molded into unconventional shapes. On the other hand, the Renaissance-inspired pieces add a touch of historical elegance, with royal hemline skirts, tailored blouses, draped accents, the revival of basques, and playful fringes that add a stylish flair to the ensembles. The collection masterfully combines these diverse elements to create a visually striking and thought-provoking range of designs.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/8YL_sQqc5bRNZw

IMK (Moscow)

The young Moscow brand IMK combined punk, gothic, and futurism, uniting them with an all-encompassing black color palette and strong graphic imagery. Minimalistic silhouettes contrasted with intricate architectural cuts, while a high degree of drama and avant-garde intensified the perception of everyday items in a streetwear style. Models strutted down the runway in form-fitting catsuits, tight corsets paired with parachute pants, sculptural dresses with sharp shoulder lines or Victorian sleeves. The men's collection featured oversized hoodies and patent coats reminiscent of "The Matrix." The looks were complemented with alien-like makeup, veils, and mask-like glasses.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/clz1EQio2Gga7A

Since by LESIA LISUN (Moscow)

The brand LESIA LISUN showcased a collection that celebrates non-conformist fashion, skillfully blending classic style with a hint of grunge. The collection features jackets, dresses, and skirts with raw edges, asymmetric cuts, and unconventional shapes that exude a rebellious and edgy vibe. Despite the bold aesthetic, the versatility of the pieces shines through as they can seamlessly transition from a casual setting to the office environment. The dark tones of the collection enable easy pairing with elements of a formal wardrobe, allowing for a sophisticated and unique style statement that defies traditional norms.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/b0ncnYTK8tmP9A

ZUHAT (Moscow)

The collection by the brand ZUHAT features soft lines, serene silhouettes, layering, maximum length, and a monochromatic palette ranging from total black to exquisite shades of pearl and ivory. The core of the collection consists of covering maxi dresses and sets with elongated skirts inspired by the images of Dagestani women. Photos of women walking to the spring with their hems cinched at the waist brought the idea of asymmetric drapery to skirts and dresses in the collection. The looks were complemented with tote bags on wide straps that were once used to carry pitchers.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/NPXfcB9S-MiWQg

SOLANGEL (Moscow)

SOLANGEL showcased a collection named "Galactic Passion." However, futurism isn't always about unconventional cuts. The creative director of the brand created catsuits, bodysuits, micro-shorts, form-fitting crop tops, and leggings that accentuate the silhouette. Almost all garments on the models were adorned with dazzling rhinestones, helmets, and glasses with unique frames that drew attention not only to the alluring designs.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/M_wCLpd4iRvxFw

ANMOR (Irkutsk)

The brand ANMOR from Irkutsk unveiled a collection that celebrates diversity by catering to women with different preferences and body types. The collection features versatile knitwear and simple silhouettes designed to seamlessly integrate into any wardrobe. Key pieces from the collection include snow-white shirts, wide trousers, asymmetrical tops, long-sleeved tops, dresses crafted from lightweight knit fabrics with textured seams, and maxi skirts. Accent pieces such as romantic blouses with layered sleeves, leather aprons, and a striking blazer adorned with intricate cuts and decorations added depth to the collection. Accessories like large earrings reminiscent of kokoshniks complemented the looks, adding a touch of cultural inspiration to the ensembles.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/KGbYH35KZG7yHQ

Ivonne Garita (Costa Rica)

Designer Ivonne Garita proudly adds the label 'Made in Costa Rica' to all her creations. A graduate of LCI Barcelona, she develops responsible collections without harm to animals and with minimal impact on the planet. At the core of the brand's philosophy lies sustainable development and slow fashion. Ivonne manages to filter current trends through the lens of conscious consumption, showcasing stylish and interesting solutions. It was this kind of collection that the designer brought to the Moscow Fashion Week.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/ospRtV2mMM03jA

Maison Kaleidoscope (Moscow)

On the catwalk, Maison Kaleidoscope presented a new collection inspired by the fairy tales of Pavel Bazhov, 'The Malachite Casket' and 'The Mistress of the Copper Mountain.' The collection merged fashion and art, resembling paintings depicting the beauty of the Ural Mountains with its incredible nature. It's not surprising, as the brand's designer paints the artwork for her prints. Apart from original prints, knitted sets, cardigans, trousers, and the brand's iconic kimonos were adorned with sparkling gemstones.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/UjKb2vzbBnFlmQ

LUTANI (St. Petersburg)

The brand LUTANI immerses us in the world of vibrant wild nature, presenting a capsule of an urban predator. Animalistic prints transport us to the expanses of South Africa. It's important to note that the animal patterns are presented in a non-traditional interpretation - for example, the leopard is depicted in a monochromatic palette, while the zebra, on the contrary, is bold and vivid. Crochet tops, lightweight mesh, airy blouses evoke hot summers, and shades like tangerine, soft blue, and powdery pink remind of safari colors.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/ANMTGLOjtjOUkw

致画ZHIHUA (China)

The brand's new collection embodies the artistic traditions of the East. The show opened with a unique light show illusion. A jacket that changed its color every second literally moved on its own on the runway in the dark. But once hit by a spotlight, guests saw the model in a snowy white garment with a barely noticeable illumination. The collection featured winter puffer jackets made from textured materials, long and short variations, straight silhouette pieces, and models with a waist accent. The mystery of Eastern culture was reflected in prints resembling watercolor paintings. The show closed with a series of fur coats and fur garments.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/7QF00bfr59UDCQ

VASSA&Co (Moscow)

The brand's new collection embodies the artistic traditions of the East. The show opened with a unique light show illusion. A jacket that changed its color every second literally moved on its own on the runway in the dark. But once hit by a spotlight, guests saw the model in a snowy white garment with a barely noticeable illumination. The collection featured winter puffer jackets made from textured materials, long and short variations, straight silhouette pieces, and models with a waist accent. The mystery of Eastern culture was reflected in prints resembling watercolor paintings. The show closed with a series of fur coats and fur garments.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/7QF00bfr59UDCQ

DISOBEDIENCE (Moscow)

The concept of the brand expresses an internal rebellion against established rules and societal norms. Instead of the usual show, guests were treated to a performance in the characteristic bold style of DISOBEDIENCE. Asymmetry, elongated silhouettes, a dark color palette, and ultra-long sleeves are key features of the brand's new collection. The women's collection included dresses, a series of long-sleeve tops, basic sweaters, zippered sweaters, floor-length skirts, basque belts, jeans, ponchos, shearling coats, and oversized bombers. The men's looks featured long sleeves, sweatshirts, hoodies, bombers, and wide-legged jeans with diagonal stitching.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/qyhZTCUV3rzO_w

SERGEY SYSOEV (Moscow)

The new collection by SERGEY SYSOEV blends different eras and styles: feminine sixties, grunge nineties, and vibrant 2k. The designer actively works with prints, painting dresses, blouses, and skirts as if they were canvases. The designer doesn't just create clothing for special occasions but tells his own story, reflected in the dramatic and accentuated looks of the models.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/0WeCuIm-8VJh-g

Emre Erdemoglu (Turkey)

The Turkish brand wowed the Moscow audience with a new men's collection. In addition to a multitude of accessories, the runway showcased everything from classic wardrobe pieces to extravagant cape-coats and kimono-style jackets with a twist. This is not surprising, as the brand also functions as an atelier, where each item is created for its unique owner. The entire collection is crafted in deep noble colors.
Catwalk: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/jIWfA6uLh0BqNw

The fifth day at the Lecture Hall kicked off with a public talk titled "Glossy magazines of the New Era: Meeting with the U MAGAZINE Team." The esteemed speakers included Jurate Gurauskaite, the founder and creative director of U Magazine; Maria Kobrina, the fashion director of U Magazine and image consultant for Russian brands, ex fashion director at InStyle Russia; Denis Kovalyov, the art director of U Magazine and the director of private labels department at "Detsky Mir," with a background at Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, InStyle, and Flacon Magazine; Alena Lobachevskaya, the marketing and PR director of the Russian clothing brand KChTZ; and Natalia Simendeeva, the fashion video director, author, and lecturer at the educational project "Campus" focusing on directing short video formats. The second public talk delved into the topic "Jewelry Brand: Cases, Challenges, Paths of Development," featuring speakers such as Valeria Rubacheva, the entrepreneur and founder of the Shameless brand and a lecturer at BHSAD; Vladimir Markeen, an artist-jeweler with extensive experience working with precious materials; and Mikhail Koshelev, the creative director of the diamond mining company ALROSA. The third lecture centered on "Trends in Multimedia and Digital Fashion - 2024," where Veronika Boglay, an expert from Bang Bang Education (Ultimate Education) and neuroartist, highlighted the five key trends shaping the fashion industry's landscape. Wrapping up the fifth day was a lecture on "Fashion and Crisis" delivered by fashion historian Anatole Vovque.

You can follow the shows and lectures of Moscow Fashion Week in the official community on VK - https://vk.com/mosfweek. The event is organized by Fashion Fund with the support of the Moscow Government.