Ukrainian Amazons 2018

On May 14, 2018, an ethnic fashion show was held at the Mystetskyi Arsenal in Kyiv as part of the diplomatic reception “Ukrainian Amazons.” The event featured women who had participated in combat operations in eastern Ukraine, volunteers, and military journalists. It was organized by the Ministry of Information Policy of Ukraine in collaboration with the public organization World Vyshyvanka Day.

During the event, 30 female service members, volunteers, and military journalists walked the runway wearing embroidered dresses by contemporary Ukrainian designers and artists. The POLONETS brand presented exquisite embroidered wedding dresses and outfits for special occasions.

“This event is our tribute to women who, at a difficult time for the country, go to the front lines and actively participate alongside men in confronting the aggressor. It is our attempt to give them a moment of respite from the horrors of war. Although they have taken on the challenging burden of defending their homeland, first and foremost, they remain beautiful, distinctive Ukrainian women,” said Yurii Stets, Minister of Information Policy of Ukraine.

Read more about the event on the website of the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine