Such militarization of fashion is not surprising - the main theme of both news and kitchen conversations has been a year far from the peaceful situation in the neighboring state. The military conflict, which is constantly trying to draw Russia, leaves an imprint on all spheres of life - and on fashion, including.
The most provocative military collection of this season was Patroniki from YeZ by Yegor Zaitsev. Yegor Zaitsev, continuing the military theme begun last season, this time brought her to the point of absurdity. His show left behind him a depressing feeling, continued and somewhat mitigated by the elegant waddles of Natalia Drigant.
After watching the transparent mannequins in quilted jackets, the audience was quite ready to see on the podium strong guys in turtles, rough sweaters and practically military pants. Images of the design team of the bureau "Army of Russia" completed masks and balaclava, as well as inscriptions such as "Courtesy of the city beret".
And, finally, Igor Gulyaev presented a feminine version of the military to the audience. In his models there was only a slight hint of this style - color, cut, separate detail. Such "greatcoats" and "tunics" will wear even the most demanding and refined lady. "This is not a war, it's just a fashion," - says the designer - "beauty that must win" ...