Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Russia

Get to know the former Soviet state's most stylish men and women.

Including Alexandr Rogov, Otocyon and Volchok.

These are the celebrities and cool girls we spotted out and about at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

At Fashion Futurum in Moscow, industry executives chimed in on how the country can attract consumers around the world.

Showgoers brought their fashion A-Game to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

Including Mach & Mach, Saint-Tokyo, Anastasia Dokuchaeva and more.

Russian designer Bella Potemkina knows the power of social media.

As the global beauty ambassador for Mary Kay, he's tasked with creating the makeup looks for all (!) of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia's shows.

Our favorite looks from the final day of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

Moscow-native Elena Vassa is carving out a niche for herself with her brand’s sharp, understated aesthetic.

Our favorite looks from Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

Despite a declining economy, the government seeks to reinvigorate the domestic textile industry. In the meantime, designers tap into cultural themes to stand out on the runways.

The Central Saint Martins graduate feels she has conquered the post-Soviet states.

The editor discovers emerging design talent around the world.

With her chiseled features and impressive online following, Sasha Panika stands out from the pack of up-and-coming Russian models.

Our favorites from the last day of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

She made her debut this season in Moscow at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

Our favorite looks from the 4th day of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia.

Including a tassel-covered vest and a spiked gold gown.

Still in its infancy, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia is a prime opportunity for early-stage brands.

Two designers for two different kinds of Cool Girls.

And other thoughts from my first day at the shows in Moscow.