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Comfort First: Redefining Fashion Choices

The more I thought about this, the more I realized – even fast fashion consumers can create a sustainable (not ethical, but sustainable and long-lasting) closet if they chose personal comfort.

My Growing Collection of Vyshyvankas

3 Instagram posts in 1 day!? There’s a short list of occasions that can make me break a social media detox these days – Vyshyvanka day on May 15th is one of the few.

Giving Fast Fashion a 2nd Life

This whole outfit is fast fashion, yet I haven’t contributed to a single unethical company thanks to my favorite theme on this blog: thrifting. Learn how you can build a stylish, sustainable wardrobe by embracing the art of thrifting and making ethical fashion choices.

Handmade Knits – Why, How and Price Tags

This post is inspired by my mom’s amazing talent and hobby – and this gorgeous hand-knit sweater she created. The intricate texture of this piece, the weaving of delicate sequins just to add a tiny bit of sparkle, the oversized sleeves – chef’s kiss.

Milan, Italy + how to budget for sustainable fashion

Vibrant streets of Milan, rich culture and exquisite fashion, a stunning Army Utility Jumpsuit by MOOS STUDIO exclusively made in their atelier + top tips on budgeting for sustainable fashion through saving, thrifting, borrowing, and embracing upcycling and repairing.

01.20.23

A collection of Instagram captions from what I call “wedding spam” on social media. Detailing our experiences, vendors, planning details, and brands.

Yellow Romper in Brazil

Short but epic, this trip to Brazil packed crazy, interesting, unique, and impactful memories. Instead of writing essays as per usual, I want to try a new easy-to-read travel recap format of an interview I will be conducting myself with myself.

Oversized Blues in Brazil

Everlane – not at all shocking – is who this oversized blue dress-shirt is by. Udler backpack + of course, my patriotic Ukrainian sneakers by The Coat + complete lack of jewelry complete the look.

SPOTLIGHT ON: O.TAJE

“99% perfect and 1% sparkle” is the brand’s motto, as well as not forcing a customer to choose between trendy and classic styles. I still think the overall vibe of the brand leans towards classic and probably also cozy – most clothes look comfortable.

8 Ukrainian Brands I Shopped in 2022

Making a thoughtful investment through purchasing fashion took on a whole new meaning by supporting #MadeInUkraine – most of these labels operate through air raid sirens from russian missiles on a daily basis.

Ukrainian Brands on the Beach

The swimsuit in this shoot is by Overthesea – same brand I just highlighted for an Ethical Brand Alert. The hat is by a Ukrainian designer Ruslan Baginskiy – a world renowned artist and couture genius when it comes to headwear.

SPOTLIGHT ON: Overthesea

Overthesea is the perfect Ukrainian sustainable brand to recommend – a solid selection of styles and garments, incredible quality with care sewn into creation of every single piece, a great fabric / color palette selection and endless options for styling.

Favorites from Ukraine

Ukrainian New Yorker” has been part of my Instagram bio for years – love and patriotism for my country is not new to this blog. “I find Ukrainian artists, designers and brands to be some of the most chic and creative ones in the world,” is a direct quote from my travel series of posts from Ukraine from 2019.

With russian missiles flying over their heads, Ukrainian businesses and brands today are operating to produce high-quality products. Teams of creatives are hard at work crafting gorgeous clothing, while also doing the most to support humanitarian and military organizations, while also hiding in shelters during air raid sirens.

Ukrainian designers need and deserve your support and attention.