Moscow Legend is a Russian grime DJ & producer giving the genre a new lease of life in Russia’s underground music scene. As a part of United gang, the self-described…
In a region viewed all too commonly through lazy stereotypes, one woman is using fashion to change the world's perception of her homeland. We spoke to Kazakh designer Roxana Adilbekova…
In our first Kollektiv Longread, Tom Waugh looks at how Husky, a rapper from a small town in Siberia, caused a political scandal and changed the face of Russian rap.
In the second part of our Moscow vs St. Petersburg series, Kollektiv takes a look at the two cities’ food options and gives some recommendations on where to eat if…
The past year has seen some unexpected and unforgettable collaborations in Russian streetwear. In our second Features article, we take a look at five of the best.
Read our definitive summer guide to Moscow's best events, festivals and parties. There are few better places to spend your summer, so make sure you don't miss a thing. While…
In this series we'll be getting involved in the age old debate between Moscow and St Petersburg. Exploring their local brands, nightlife, food, transport and events, we aim to help you decide which city is better.
Kollektiv reviews the best, worst and most iconic uses of the cyrillic alphabet in fashion by those not native to the country. While Russian streetwear brands have moved beyond using…
For Kollektiv's first Features article, we speak to Volchok Clothing founder Vasily Volchok-Rusakovich about his brand’s humble beginnings, his desire for conquest and what the future holds for Russian streetwear.
Read our guide to the best nightlife in Moscow - the Kollektiv team picks their favourite bars and clubs from their time living in the city to give you a…