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Worn by Gigi Hadid, Paris Hilton and more, 7 Ukrainian fashion labels conquering the world’s runways – it’s ‘our way of fighting’

  • A number of Ukraine’s fashion designers continue to represent and support their country on international runways as the horrors back home continue
  • What’s it like to keep on creating when you’re unsure you will live another day or your team are now refugees? These designers also talk about tackling the odds

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A look from Ukrainian fashion designer Bevza’s spring/summer 2023 collection. Photo: Bevza

The past 14 months have shown the world two things: the horrors of the continuing war in Ukraine, and the astonishing resilience of the Ukrainian people.

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The latter has inspired millions as stories of bravery shown by soldiers, medics and volunteers have flooded international media.

This fight extends into culture, art and fashion, where Ukraine’s creatives have also proven resilient.

What is it like to keep on creating beautiful garments when you are not sure you will live another day? Or to represent your country during international fashion weeks when your team – many members of which are now refugees – is scattered around the world?

A number of Ukraine’s fashion designers continue to represent the country on international runways as the horrors back home continue.

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We speak to seven about how they’re carrying on, their inspirations, and what they would like shoppers and followers to take away from their work.

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