From pop culture inspired nesting doll sets to babushka confections, these russian doll inspirations pay homage to the iconic decorative objects. Known for housing several smaller versions of themselves, the ornate dolls feature traditional colors, garb and makeup that is reminiscent of the nation's culture and rich historical past.
Whether inspiring ornate editorial spreads or space-saving furniture designs, these russian doll inspirations are taking the world of design by storm. While fashion designers tend to gain inspiration from the vibrant textiles worn by a Matryoshka, industrial designers are dissecting the famed dolls and mimicking their clever and simplistic concept of storage.
Encouraging beauty and space-saving design, these nesting doll innovations pay tribute to the iconic objects and introduce the world to the culture of Russia.
47 Russian Doll Inspirations
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Babushka Bottle Carriers
Wodka Wanessa Packaging Comprises an Endearing Russian Doll Tote
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Matryoshka-Molded Jugs
Jodja Product Design Makes Funky Kitchenware
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High Fashion Russian Dolls
Vogue Russia Matrioshka Party
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Naughty Matryoshkas
Stripping + Nude Matryoshka
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Chaste Cultural Captures
The Nevertheless Magazine 'Innocentia' Spread Has a Nesting Doll Theme
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Stylish Slavic Stackers
Russian Dolls In Fashion
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Matryoshka Couture
Kenzo Dresses Living Dolls for Fall 2009
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Story-Telling Figurines
Karokeshi Sculptures Are Full of Personality and Handmade Love
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Fleshy Layer Figurines
These Anatomical Nesting Dolls Take Inner Strata Literally
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Dolly Dress Up
Russian Matryoshka Doll Patterns Dominate Fall 2009 Runways
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Popstar Matryoshka Dolls
King of Pop by 'ooo my design' Chronicles Michael Jackson's Evolution
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Fairytale Fusion Containers
Pistacchi Design Fuses Russian Dolls with Little Red Riding Hood
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Pop Culture Nesting Dolls
Check Out These Adorable Matryoshka Dolls by Irene Hwang
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Racy Babushka Branding
Frisky Midget Wine Packaging Sneaks Up on the Consumer
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Metallic Matryoshka-Inspired Dishware
The Me-Far Bowls by CoWorks Can be Nested Together
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Predatory Matryoshkas
The JAWS Nesting Dolls Are an Awesome Gift for Someone Special
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Nesting Doll Confections
These Babushka Cookies are Almost Too Beautiful to Nibble
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Patriotic Hybrid Toys
The Obama Nesting Doll
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Sci-Fi Matryoshka Dolls
The Star Wars Nesting Dolls by Andy Stattmiller are Made for Geeks
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Stackable Phone Timelines
Kyle Bean Tracks Evolution of the Phone from 1980s to Present Day
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Presidential Home Decor
10 Ways to Bring Obama Into Your Household, From Lava Lamps to Dolls
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Pop Culture Matryoshkas
Ginger Williams Creates Fun Tribute Nesting Dolls
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Beneficial Babushkas
Brazilian Artists Make Matryoshka Dolls for NGO Arrastao
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Matryoshka Measurement Appliances
These Contessa Measuring Cups are Adorably Practical
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Russian Doll Prostitution Ads
ECPAT USA 'Meet Emma' Child Prostitution Campaign is Touching
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Nesting Doll Luggage Sets
These Porter Matryoshka Travel Pouches are Designed for Frequent Fliers
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Cultural Key Covers
The ModCloth Key Covers Help You Find Your Keys and are as Cute as a Button
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Geeky Babooshka Dolls
The Matryoshkus Nero Set Teaches Data Sizes
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Nesting Doll Tea Sets
The Matryoshka Teapot Adds Cute Character to Any Tableware Set
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Matryoshka Lamps
‘Babushka' Light by Mathmos Design Studio
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Dark Knight Nesting Dolls
Katya Malakhova Creates Matryoshka Dolls in the Image of Batman
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Modern Russian Reinventions
These Dolls by Rebecca Kemp Put a Fun Twist on the Classic Matryoshka
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Futuristic Babooshkas
These Robot and Ninja Matryoshka Dolls are Modern Day Classics
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Russian Doll Receptacles
Matryoshka Nesting Storage Boxes are Designed to Contain Each Other Too
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Hip-Hop Hero Matryoshkas
The Beastie Boys Nesting Dolls on Etsy Pay Tribute to Adam Yauch
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Cute Matryoshka Cups
'Babushkups' are Space Savers & Get You Back in Touch with Your Russian Roots
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Russian-Inpired Tiny Toys
The Kokeshi Dolls May Not be Soft and Cuddly, But They're Awesome
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Cleverly Kitschy Baking Utensils
The Russian Doll Measuring Cups are the Best Part of Baking
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DIY Matryoshka Dolls
These Painted Treasures Make for the Ultimate Customizable Gift
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Nasty Nesting Dalls
The Monstrous Fang Matryoshkas May Bite You If You're Not Careful
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Sci-Fi Matryoshka Figurines
The Ghostbusters Nesting Dolls are a Reminder of Who You Should Call
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Marvelous Matryoshka-Inspired Notebooks
Anna Sokolova Puts a Fresh Spin on an Old Concept
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Matryoshka-Inspired Furniture
The Space-Saving 3-in-1 Russian Doll Table
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Arctic Avian Nesting Dolls
These Penguin Cups are Classic Toys with a Functional Twist
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Matryoshka Seating
Brothers Georgi and Peter Slokoski Create Chairs Inspired by Nesting Dolls
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Movie-Themed Matrioshkas
‘Star Wars' Nesting Dolls
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Music-Making Matryoshkas
The Matryomin Crams a Theremin into a Nesting Doll
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Architectural Infusion Branding
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Monastic Booze Branding
Hopper Beer Packaging Manages a Contemporary Image with Traditional Roots
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The Su Ami Animals are So Small They Can Be Carried on a Fingertip
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V2O Vodka Packaging Embodies the Essence of Refreshment
Chaste Cultural Captures
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Downsized Christmas Treats
These Cindy Teh Creations Look Delicious
Primary-Colored Pictorials
This Itaysha Jordan Shoot Shines With Big Hair and Bold Looks
Celebrity Apparition Artistry
MetaMephisto Depicts Pop Culture Figures as Ghoulish Ghosts
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This Russian Vodka Packaging Dons a Knitted Sweater
Zodiac Bottle Branding
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Honeycomb Booze Branding
Nectar Honey Beer Packaging Takes the Form of its Sweetest Ingredient
Twisted Top Bottle Branding
Drink Wine Packaging Craves Consumption
Fleshy Layer Figurines
These Anatomical Nesting Dolls Take Inner Strata Literally
Romantic 1930s-Inspired Shoots
The Isabel Lucas Interview November Editorial is Wistful and Dreamy
Funky Plaid Fashion
The agi&sam SS12 Collection is Inspired by Tabasco, Tequila and Tomatoes
Direct Discouraging Delectables
The Fonderia Diet Biscuits are Temptation-Free Treats
Pretty Pastel-Hued Sweets
These Easter Egg Sugar Cookies are Almost Too Beautiful to Eat
Translucent Fast-Food Clowns
The Ron English X-Ray Mc Super is Incredibly Creepy
Sweetly Iced Accessories
These Frosted Doughnut Earrings are Terribly Tempting
Bold Bakeware Trinkets
Sarita Jefferson Crafts Accessories for Avid Bakers
Pixelated Vulgar Vernacular Pictorials
Phil Jones Censors Images of Inappropriate Everyday Objects
Popstar Matryoshka Dolls
King of Pop by 'ooo my design' Chronicles Michael Jackson's Evolution
Birthday Cake Cookies
Birthday Cake Oreos Celebrate the Treat's 100th Birthday
Lucky Sweet Axes
These ShamRock Cookies Will Hit All the Right Notes this St. Patty's Day
Historically-Inspired Accessories
Creative Cockades Adds Some Military Flair to Your Jewelry Box
Fairytale Fusion Containers
Pistacchi Design Fuses Russian Dolls with Little Red Riding Hood
Cookie Coffee Duets
Rip Van Wafels Uses the Heat From Your Coffee to Melt
Novel Booze Branding
Captain Ahab Lager Packaging Brings the Drinker into the Book
Delightful Sounding Decanters
Incalmi Carafes Were Designed for Their Acoustics
Pop Culture Nesting Dolls
Check Out These Adorable Matryoshka Dolls by Irene Hwang
Romantic Recycling Campaigns
Friends of the Earth's Recycling Commercial is a Liquid Love Story
Personified Headlight Captures
Nanan Creates Figures Out of Lamps in His Urban Lights Series
Color Blocked Kitchen Furnishings
The 'Wind & Willow Home' Collection is Modernly Chic
Elegant Grapevine Branding
Jaspi Blanc Wine Packaging Unveils an Organic Honesty
Minimalist Cult-Film Prints
Phics & Graphics Adjust Classic Movie Posters
Earthy Alcohol Branding
Alternative Organic Wine Packaging Gives the Vino a Natural Charm
Pop Culture Cabinet Cards
Alex Gross Modifies Olden Day Photos into Contemporary Geek Art
Wall Climbing Comic Silhouettes
Nicholas Hyde Depicts Superheroes Scaling Skyscrapers
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These Babushka Cookies are Almost Too Beautiful to Nibble
Metallic Mirror Gowns
The Disco Ball Dress From Coyote Peyote the Perfect Party Dress
Mason Jar Merchandising
Ole Smoky Tennesee Moonshine Comes in a Screw-Top Glass
Compressible Accordion Cartons
Tri-Container Packaging is Embodies Portability and Recyclability
Elegant Segmented Receptacles
The Juuri Series Comprises Complementary Containers
Socially Responsible Streetwalking
Bonn's Red Light Machine Forces Escorts to Give Back
Unlocking the Potential of Girls
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Dreamy Abstract Figurines
Toby's Secret Society Set Shows a Different Side of Kidrobot
Sci-Fi Headphone Sheaths
The Princess Leia Headphone Covers are Functionally Nerdy
Pristine Minimalist Dinnerware
The Abbesses Ceramic Set Allows for Simple Elegant Dining
Russian Doll Prostitution Ads
ECPAT USA 'Meet Emma' Child Prostitution Campaign is Touching
Racy Red Light PSAs
The Stop the Traffik Publicity Stunt Illuminates Human Trading Rings
Rainbow Measuring Cups
The Nesting Prep Bowls Make Cooking Look Like Child's Play
Fetching Flouncy Crockery
Crescendo Dinnerware Embodies the Delicacy of a Flower
Hollow Sheltering Seats
The Nest (1:2:3:4) Chair is Modeled After the Matryoshka Nesting Doll
Anti Child-Labor Certifications
GoodWeave Tackles Exploitation in the Handmade Carpet Industry
Angular Perimeter Platters
Outline Collection by Jean Couvreur Merely Suggests the Idea of a Dish
Hybrid Serving-Storage Receptacles
Kloken Locking Food Container Helps Cut Down on Dirty Dishes
Pious Booze Branding
The Bendicta Beer Packaging Gathers Inspiration From the Church
Nesting Doll Tea Sets
The Matryoshka Teapot Adds Cute Character to Any Tableware Set
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Bat Wing Fan Blades Keeps the House Cool and Badass
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Katya Malakhova Creates Matryoshka Dolls in the Image of Batman
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These Dolls by Rebecca Kemp Put a Fun Twist on the Classic Matryoshka
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Hip-Hop Hero Matryoshkas
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El Secreto Wine Packaging Mystifies the Senses
Potted Floral Confections
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Sci-Fi Matryoshka Figurines
The Ghostbusters Nesting Dolls are a Reminder of Who You Should Call
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Matryoshka Seating
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Music-Making Matryoshkas
The Matryomin Crams a Theremin into a Nesting Doll