In the glamorous setting of the French Riviera, where the Cannes Film Festival transforms every red carpet moment into a statement, one appearance stood out for its elegance, meaning, and celebration of maturity. In the spotlight were two remarkable women: Tatiana Kulagina — businesswoman, model, and symbol of female empowerment — and Natalia Minina, the visionary designer redefining Belarusian fashion on the global stage.
When Tatiana Kulagina stepped onto the red carpet, the audience paused in admiration. With timeless poise and effortless grace, she exemplified how personal style can transcend age. Her look — a sophisticated, custom-tailored linen gown — was a powerful collaboration with Natalia Minina. The dress echoed the Minina brand’s values: a seamless blend of cultural heritage, contemporary aesthetics, and eco-conscious design.
Natalia Minina has been a prominent name in fashion since launching her haute couture bridal house in Minsk in 2019. Her influence quickly spread beyond Belarus, reaching fashion hubs such as Paris, Milan, Dubai, and the Seychelles. Known for her commitment to sustainability and individuality, Minina chooses materials that tell stories — and linen, the centerpiece of the Cannes gown, symbolized purity, strength, and a deep connection to nature. For her, fashion is about conscious creation, ethical choices, and artistic integrity.
Tatiana Kulagina is far more than a model — she is a trailblazer. Representing Belarus on runways across Europe, she regularly earns top honors in international beauty competitions, particularly in the “Ideal of World Beauty” category. Now preparing to walk in the upcoming Paris Fashion Week as a 60+ model, Kulagina continues to challenge norms and inspire others. Her long-standing collaboration with Minina has seen her model the designer’s creations in Paris and beyond, a partnership that clearly continues to evolve with strength and harmony.
Tatiana’s presence at Cannes was not just a fashion moment — it was a statement. She embodies a new ideal: that mature beauty is not an exception but a celebrated standard. A woman who leads in business and fashion alike, she personifies modern femininity — confident, balanced, and globally minded. Her look, shaped by Natalia Minina’s artistic vision, became a reflection of inner power and refined elegance.
Together, Minina and Kulagina redefine fashion as more than aesthetics — they present it as a platform. Their collaboration is a dialogue between generations, cultures, and perspectives on womanhood. While many will remember the films of this year’s festival, Cannes will also remember this unforgettable moment: when a designer and a model from Belarus proved that high fashion can be thoughtful, age can be empowering, and true style is the voice of a confident woman.
Follow their journey:
Tatiana Kulagina on Instagram: @kulagina_tania (https://www.instagram.com/kulagina_tania?igsh=dGp2czdteDBzdGl2)
Natalia Minina on Instagram: @minina_style_official (https://www.instagram.com/minina_style_official?igsh=MWs4b3RxejFmb3Jtcg==)
Official Website: natalia-minina.by (https://natalia-minina.by/)
TikTok: @minina_style_official (https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMS29E3JS/)
