Moscow Fashion Expo grand opening

One of Moscow's most glamorous shopping malls has presented its third international catwalk show called Moscow Fashion Expo. Italian Lorenzo Riva has been given the honor of opening the four day event.

The Milan based designer has found inspiration for his autumn/winter collection from the 1940s – a traditional combination of black and white, flowers and elegant accessories.

“I think this night is amazing. It is beautiful, elegant and very well organised. I got a chance to see some Russian catwalks and I think the designers have very big potential. They have interesting ideas and a completely different perspective,” said Italian designer Lorenzo Riva

Not to be outdone – Fausto Sarli and Tony Ward have shown their new lines.

The designers suggest that the colours of the upcoming season will be sunny: yellow, orange and red.