Matryoshka dolls, also known as Russian nesting dolls, have inspired a number of creative stacking innovations. From matryoshka couture to giant matryoshka invaders, you'll see how this basic child's toy has been adapted into a number of very adult manifestations.
My favorite are the color-changing Matryoshka lamps, which provide a geeky modern alternative to a retro lava lamp. Which is your favorite?
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11 Matryoshka Innovations
From Russian Nesting Doll Couture to Geeky Babooshkas:
Marissa Brassfield — Apr 26, 2009 — Art & Design
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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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Stylish Slavic Stackers
Russian Dolls In Fashion
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Matryoshka Couture
Kenzo Dresses Living Dolls for Fall 2009
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Dolly Dress Up
Russian Matryoshka Doll Patterns Dominate Fall 2009 Runways
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Manga Matrioska Invaders
Smirnoff Black Milan Ad
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Human Matryoshka Dolls
Sony PlayStation 3 Ad
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Geeky Babooshka Dolls
The Matryoshkus Nero Set Teaches Data Sizes
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Political Matryoshka Dolls
SonntagsZeitung Ads Reveal Insight Into Media Personalities
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Matryoshka Lamps
‘Babushka' Light by Mathmos Design Studio
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Movie-Themed Matrioshkas
‘Star Wars' Nesting Dolls
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