Fashion with an Accent. How Russian Symbols Inspire Designers

What do kokoshnik, khokhloma patterns, and Paris Fashion Week shows have in common? The national symbols of Russia live not only in museums and textbooks — they inspire designers, become part of street fashion and even turn into global trends. The famous Slavic core connects the past and the future, giving designers inspiration for a modern interpretation of well-known attributes: earflaps, a cocoanut, and even earrings with coats of arms. We will find out how brands use traditional Russian ornaments in their collections, one of the examples is the Putin Tim clothing collection. The purpose of the session is to show participants how to emphasize their individuality and pride in national culture through clothing and accessories.