26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Moscow Fashion Week spotlights modest fashion with innovative designs
Moscow Fashion Week concluded in the heart of the Russian capital, showcasing original collections from designers across the globe, including Russia, South Africa, the United States, India, China and Turkey. With over 200 brands and 90 shows, the event continues to grow in scale each season, offering a platform for emerging fashion labels to gain international recognition.
This year, modest fashion - a trend gaining prominence worldwide - was once again a focal point. Designers from Russia, Indonesia, India and Tajikistan presented fresh interpretations of this evolving style, incorporating simple lines, natural materials and intricate embroidery. Their collections blended elegance, cultural heritage and contemporary appeal.
Cultural heritage meets contemporary fashion
Nasiba Babaeva, designer of Tajikistan's Ikat House, highlighted the significance of the Russian market for her brand, noting the appreciation for originality and quality. For Tajik fashion, participation in Moscow Fashion Week marks a step towards global recognition and new opportunities. Ikat House's collection paid tribute to cultural heritage, seamlessly integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.
This season, the presence of brands embracing modest fashion and drawing inspiration from their cultural roots expanded significantly. Russian labels such as Measure, Bouzma Ethnique, ASLP Dagestan and Zuhat showcased innovative designs while staying true to the essence of modest fashion.
Moscow-based Zuhat, a brand with Dagestani heritage, experimented with unconventional colour palettes, incorporating soft pastel tones. The collection balanced tradition and modernity, using layering and deconstruction techniques while maintaining a sense of femininity and elegance.
Measure, designed by Zainab Saidulaeva, took inspiration from Kubachi, a village renowned for its goldsmithing traditions. The collection paid homage to this unique folk craft, featuring intricate ornaments created by skilled artisans. Delicate openwork appliqués adorned floor-length dresses and tunics in rich shades, including chocolate and emerald.
ASLP Dagestan transported audiences to the landscapes of the Republic of Dagestan with a vibrant fashion show accompanied by traditional dances. The collection presented a modern take on traditional garments, blending bold experimentation with cultural authenticity. Traditional burkas were embellished with 3D appliqués, capes were adorned with sequins, and patchwork dresses featured national patterns and fringe detailing.
A global perspective on modest fashion
Indonesian brand Reborn29 by Syukriah Rusydi introduced modest fashion designs that combined loose silhouettes with maxi and midi lengths for comfort. Asymmetrical prints provided a contemporary touch, while the seamless integration of black, brown and grey tones - from light grey to deep graphite - enhanced the collection's aesthetic.
As modest fashion continues to gain momentum on the global stage, Moscow Fashion Week remains a key event for designers blending tradition with modernity, proving that elegance and innovation can go hand in hand.
