Real men wore pink—especially in church. In today’s world, pink…
Real men wore pink—especially in church.
In today’s world, pink is often boxed in as a “girly” color. But just two centuries ago, it was the color of bravery, valor, and noble masculinity. In 18th and 19th century Russia, pink was proudly worn by soldiers—and sometimes painted on their churches.
Take this striking example: the Church of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God in Zamoskvorechye, Moscow. With its soft rose-hued walls and elegant late Baroque proportions, it’s a rare survivor of an era when color spoke louder than words. Built in the late 1700s, the church is believed to be the work of architect Ivan Yegotov. Inside, it houses three altars: the main one dedicated to the Iveron icon, with side chapels honoring St. George the Victory-Bearer and St. John the Warrior—two saints whose names alone breathe courage.
So next time you see pink, remember: in old Russia, it wasn’t just pretty—it was powerful.
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