Haute Couture Week names guest designers

Moscow-based socialite and fashion designer Ulyana Sergeenko and Holland-based Ilja have been elected as new guest members to the couture calendar in Paris this July, the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture has confirmed.

Ulyana Sergeenko has been showing her signature couture line off calendar in Paris since July 2012, and has become known for her Russian-inspired creations featuring embellishments and embroidery.

Amsterdam-based Ilja, known for its structure and draping detailing, has also been showing couture in Paris for a number of seasons.

Haute Couture Week takes place from July 5 to 10 in Paris.