# Dolly Dress Up Russian Matryoshka Doll Patterns Dominate Fall 2009 Runways By Rachel | Published 2009-04-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolly-dress-up-matryoshka-patterns-dominate-fall-2009-runways References: [trenddelacreme](http://www.trenddelacreme.com/2009/04/dressing-up-in-dolls.html) [Chanel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/claudia-schiffer-barbie) and Kenzie were just two of the Fall 2009 runway shows that presented the look of Russian Matryoshka dolls. [Chanel Pre-fall 2009](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection) showed the look in their ad campaign, featuring models with life-sized Matryoshka dolls. Kenzie presented the look within their designs, in the form of trench coats covered in the faces of the dolls. The look has translated further in terms of accessory design for companies, with Braccialini showing a handbag, Stolen Thunder’s wooden necklace, and Polli’s steel necklace. So, wear the look of Russian romance this fall with the Matryoshka. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Russian Matryoshka Doll Patterns:** Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate Russian Matryoshka doll patterns in their collections and accessories. - **Life-sized Matryoshka Dolls:** Opportunity for brands to create life-sized Matryoshka dolls as ad campaign props or collectibles. - **Matryoshka-inspired Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory designers to create Matryoshka-inspired handbags, necklaces, and other accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can leverage the trend of Russian Matryoshka doll patterns to create unique and eye-catching collections. - **Advertising and Collectibles:** Brands can tap into the trend of life-sized Matryoshka dolls to create memorable ad campaign props or collectible items. - **Accessory Design:** Accessory designers have the opportunity to create innovative Matryoshka-inspired handbags, necklaces, and other fashion accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Phygital Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dress-to-impress-mystery-models.md) - [Provocative Pre-Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-2-camp.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Lunar New Year Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-doll.md) - [Cherry Red Winter Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-girl.md) - [Cheerful Spring-Ready Collaborative Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diane-von-furstenberg-1.md) - [Fashion Legend Barbie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/claudia-schiffer-barbie.md) - [Socialite-Inspired Toy Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bratz.md)