If LILIA KISSELENKO's Russia-by-night vibe is any indication of the city's style at large, consider us New Yorkers ready for a séjour in Saint Pete. Brand new to OC, the designer's latest collection is full of chic, moody pieces made for midnight strolls in the Summer Garden and afterhours snacks of vodka and caviar. Luxe fabrics are a focus, with floor-length velvet dressES, sheer, embellished skirts in black lace, boxy cashmere pants, and silk kimonos.
Since 1991, Kisselenko has gained a following in her native Russia as a haute-couture designer, showing at Fashion Week in both Moscow and Saint Petersburg and amassing a fanbase for her cocoon-like shapes and fitted outerwear. It's no wonder Kisselenko mixes silk, velvet, and cashmere all seamlessly––her experience lies in textiles, having designed for major Saint Petersburg textile company Nevskaya Manufactura and Danish company Saga Furs all throughout the '90s. Kisselenko has also tried her hand at knits and jewelry, linking with companies as far away as Japan.
Kisselenko's inky, romantic aesthetic rules, no matter the season. It's that, combined with couture-like details––elegant beading, embroidery, draped leather, sheer fabrics––that makes us want to go to the dark side.
Shop all Lilia Kisselenko HERE![]()
Printed Kimono Dress in blue/white
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Flowy Sleeve Long Velvet Dress in black
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Thick Strap Sleeveless Dress in black
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Sheer Embellished Skirt in black
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Front Pocket Wide Flowy Pants in black
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Front Pocket Pants in black/grey
Since 1991, Kisselenko has gained a following in her native Russia as a haute-couture designer, showing at Fashion Week in both Moscow and Saint Petersburg and amassing a fanbase for her cocoon-like shapes and fitted outerwear. It's no wonder Kisselenko mixes silk, velvet, and cashmere all seamlessly––her experience lies in textiles, having designed for major Saint Petersburg textile company Nevskaya Manufactura and Danish company Saga Furs all throughout the '90s. Kisselenko has also tried her hand at knits and jewelry, linking with companies as far away as Japan.
Kisselenko's inky, romantic aesthetic rules, no matter the season. It's that, combined with couture-like details––elegant beading, embroidery, draped leather, sheer fabrics––that makes us want to go to the dark side.
Shop all Lilia Kisselenko HERE
Printed Kimono Dress in blue/white
Flowy Sleeve Long Velvet Dress in black
Thick Strap Sleeveless Dress in black
Sheer Embellished Skirt in black
Front Pocket Wide Flowy Pants in black
Front Pocket Pants in black/grey