Vyshyvanka is the name for the embroidered Ukrainian national costume, which varies by region. The embroidery techniques and patterns reflect the local environment and traditions. Embroidery was traditionally used along vulnerable areas of the garment to protect the wearer from evil spirits. Vyshyvanka Day is celebrated annually to unite Ukrainians worldwide in demonstrating national identity and patriotism by wearing the traditional embroidered shirts. In recent years, Ukrainian fashion designers have modernized vyshyvanka designs that have gained popularity in the global fashion industry.

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2.  Vyshyvanka is the collocquial name for the
embroidered shirt in Ukrainian national
costume. Vyshyvanka varies from region to
region

3.  The vyshyvanka not only speaks of its Ukrainian
origin but also of the particular region in which it
was made. The knowing eye could detect where
a person comes from by the ornament on the
clothes.
 Embroidery is an important craft within Ukraine
and different techniques exist to suit local styles
with their own particular patterns and colours.
 Traditionally, the thread was coloured according
to local formulas using bark, leaves, flowers,
berries and so on. In this way, the local
environment is literally reflected in the colour of
the embroidery.

5.  Vyshyvanka was used as a talisman to
protect the person wearing it and to tell a
story.
 Embroidery was used in vulnerable places
on the garment where evil spirits could
potentially enter the body: along the
neckline, cuffs, shoulders, back and hem.

7.  Vyshyvanka Day is celebrated on the third
Thursday of May.It is intended to unite all
Ukrainians over the world, regardless of religion,
language they speak or their place of
residence. It is a flash mob holiday, which is not
attached to any public holiday or feast day.On
this day many Ukrainians wear vyshyvankas to
demonstrate adherence to the idea of national
identity and unity and to show their patriotism.
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9.  During Paris Fashion Week 2015, Ukrainian
fashion designer Vita Kin was featured
in Vogue magazine
 and Harper's Bazaar for introducing
vyshyvankas as modern Bohemian
style designs that attracted fashion icons
like Anna Dello Russo, Miroslava Duma,
and Leandra Medine.