In a twist that has taken Moscow by storm, a recent almost-naked themed party hosted by a popular blogger has sparked intense backlash and legal consequences for some of the Russian celebrities who attended. The event, which allowed for a dress code that was quite literally optional, has ignited a firestorm amidst the backdrop of an increasingly conservative social agenda in the country.
Organized by blogger Anastasia Ivleeva, the party took place on December 21 in the heart of Moscow's nightclub district. Attendees arrived donning outfits made of mesh, lingerie, and other creative materials strategically covering limited parts of their bodies. However, photographs from the event quickly went viral and stirred up a storm of controversy.