Fashion in the Russian Empire | Dr. Christine Ruane

Описание: In 1700, Peter the Great issued a bold decree that forever changed the way Russians dressed. Except for peasants and clergy, all subjects were required to abandon their traditional robes and adopt European-style clothing.

This sweeping reform marked the beginning of a cultural shift that would shape Russian identity for generations — but the full story of how everyday people navigated this transformation has rarely been explored. In her lecture, Dr. Christine Ruane delves into the fascinating world of Russian fashion during the imperial era.

In the Q&A session, our host, Anastasia Shteinert, showed her collector's edition Russian Barbie, and Dr. Ruane explained what Westerners got wrong about the traditional Russian costume.


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This lecture, titled "The Russian Empire's New Clothes, 1700-1917," is part of the Russian History Museum's "Second Saturday" online lecture series. It was presented on November 9, 2024.