Razu Mikhina
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Razu Mikhina is an internationally acclaimed Russian design company which creates fabric prints and womenswear.
Its designer Daria Razumikhina trained at Central St Martins, London (1995-1998) and launched her own label in 1999.
Daria in Russian and was born in Moscow. She studied at Moscow State University and has a PhD in Linguistics. She worked as an interpreter and
journalist for foreign TV channels and newspapers before going to London to study Fashion Design. She was admitted to Central St Martins to study Fashion Print. After returning to Russia in 1998 she created her own label Razu Mikhina, her surname split in two. Her first show was held in Moscow in
January 1999. Daria stages all her shows in Moscow.
Razu Mikhina s collections mix different shapes, colours and moods creating an eclectic urban style. Oriental influences are merged with traditional Russian ornaments. Russian lace still handmade by old ladies in the northern town of Vologda, ribbons and braid used in Russian traditional costumes and Russian felt and linen all combine with contemporary proportions to create a
sophisticated exotic post-folk look.
All fabrics, materials, trimmings and clothes are produced and manufactured in Russia.
Her latest collection showcases the trademark Razu Mikhina lace and ribbon skirts, coats and jackets as well as hand embroided ornamental and applique garments, all creating a romantic, somewhat folkloric, feminine look for next season.
My clothes are for intelligent, sophisticated women of all who want something
different and strongly individual , says the designer, Daria Razumikhina.
