Russian Costumes Design

Clothes define people. A person’s attire, whether it’s a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential code to his or her culture, class, personality, even faith. Founded in 1978, the Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothes from sociological, historical, and artistic perspectives. With one of the world’s most extensive clothing collections, the KCI has amassed a wide range of historical garments, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories dating from the... [Read More]

A stunning volume showcasing the magnificent court dress of the Russian Empire, culled from the authoritative collection at the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, photographed with the Winter Palace as a backdrop. Prerevolutionary Russia was renowned for the glamorous and luxurious lifestyles of the nobility, with their opulent palaces and glittering social life. Now, this lavish volume reveals the incredible clothing they wore, from everyday dress and ceremonial attire (traditional holid... [Read More]

Danzig Baldaev's father was an academic, an ethnologist who found himself imprisoned under Soviet rule as an enemy of the people. In fact much of Baldaev's family moved through the Soviet prison system, while he became a guard. At his father's suggestion, Danzig used his access to document and study the tattoos that were pervasive among the truly criminal portion of the prison population, the vory v zakonye, or legitimate thieves, a semi-professional class who kept their own brutal laws. During ... [Read More]

Russian Textiles showcases the gorgeous printed-cotton textiles created and manufactured in Russia and exported to Central Asia from approximately 1860 to 1960. More than 175 spectacular patterns spanning a variety of periods and styles, from Art Nouveau florals to Soviet-era agitprop, are featured. The people in these Central Asian countries—including Uzbeks, Tadjiks, and Turkmen—incorporated the brightly patterned material into their clothing, particularly their robes, and in their househo... [Read More]

Language(s): Russian Subtitles: French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Arabic, Hebrew, Chinese, Japanese, Russian The film is based on the science-fiction novel "A Picnic on the Roadside" by Russian sci-fi writers, the brothers Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. Stalker is the man who knows a lot about the system of obstacles and traps in the Zone. He knows the way to the coveted room where any wish may come true. To find this room is the goal of Writer and Professor. The writ... [Read More]

AXBXCX Face Mask - Specially Designed for OUTDOOR Activities PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Name : 3D Animal Neck Gaiter Warmer Face Mask Material :  polyester microfibers   Fits for : man/woman Features : No seams/Excellent flexibility/Not deformed/Not fade/Machine washable Function : Windproof/Sweat uptake/Keep warm/Breathable Application : dusty music festivals, concerts, biking, raves, and outdoor sports like paintball, hiking, yoga, exercising, yard work, riding . dries quickly multifunctional... [Read More]

Keep Your Entire Head & Face Warm! Don't settle for a regular old beanie that only keeps the top of your head warm. Protect your entire head & face with this classic knit ski mask. 3 holes cut with precision for allow the eyes and mouth to stay exposed for maximum efficiency while wearing. Measuring at 14" x 7" inches, this ski mask is sure to fit over practically any size adult head. Knitted ski mask made out of 100% acrylic, keep your face warm and still allows it to breathe. Purchase consists... [Read More]