Ukrainian Fashion Week S/S 2026

Katya Silchenko of the brand The Coat knows how to deliver a collection and an element of surprise — and that’s precisely what she did when she closed the 57th edition of the Ukrainian Fashion Week. The brand’s DNA is rooted in colour blocking, sustainability, and attention to detail, using high-quality Italian fabrics.

This collection was a tribute to femininity, often featuring corsets, high waists, and New Look silhouettes, with a notable absence of the colour black. The pieces are designed to be ‘companions’ for women, covering everything from casual to more formal pieces, all while emphasising the quality and originality of the design. The collection featured a palette of warm brown shades that underscored a sense of balance and reassurance. 

The event, however, was as memorable for its spectacle as it was for its clothes. The finale became a surprise double celebration when the designer was proposed to on the runway. In a nod to tradition, the show culminated with a wedding look, making the romantic moment a perfect and personal conclusion to the fashion season.

Designer Lilia Poustovit presented Tie, a performance that blended fashion and art, set within the Baroque architecture of the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. The collection, which featured both new and archival pieces, was a decade-long dialogue with the art of Pavlo Makov. 

Instead of a conventional runway show, the presentation was an intimate, performative installation where textiles and printed motifs intertwined with Makov’s works. This artistic collaboration showcased the designer’s ability to create a deeply layered narrative that reflects on themes of memory, fragility, and hope, transforming fashion into a cultural and generational conversation.

For its debut at Ukrainian Fashion Week, My Theatre by Dariia Bila celebrated its first anniversary with a collection that blends fashion with the designer's background in theatre. The brand is built on a foundation of creativity and performance, transforming abstract concepts like sound, colour, and texture into wearable art. The show was less a traditional runway and more a theatrical experience, capturing the essence of the brand's journey and its creative search. While the review doesn't detail specific pieces, it highlights the brand's unique approach and commitment to artisanal craftsmanship, with details like jewellery like accents and bespoke accessories.

Sidletskiy presented Identity, a powerful narrative about resilience and self-discovery during a time of change. The brand is a mix of modern architectural forms with reimagined Ukrainian craftsmanship, using natural and recycled materials to create looks that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical. 

The collection’s key feature was its focus on inclusion, with adaptive pieces designed for people with prosthetics. In a collaboration with U+ System, six Ukrainian servicemen modelled these looks, symbolising strength and courage. The brand's commitment to responsible design was further highlighted by a collection of accessories made from recycled glass, blending traditional glassblowing techniques with a modern voice.

Last but not least, Upslowuse presented the Stolen Sea collection as a moving tribute to the Azov Sea, a place of cherished childhood memories that has been physically taken but remains forever in the heart. The brand’s commitment to sustainability and emotional storytelling is woven into every piece.

Highlights from the show include fluid dresses and tops that echo swimwear silhouettes, a clever nod to beach aesthetics, and upcycled jeans that brought an urban edge. The colour palette, derived from natural dyes of steppe plants, reflect the sky and landscape, while wave prints and seashell details serve as visual metaphors for memory and resilience. Metallic accents and materials like recycled steel and ocean plastic underscore the theme of transformation and the brand’s ecological mission.