Every year on the third Thursday of May, Ukraine marks Vyshyvanka Day, a celebration intended to preserve the traditions of Ukrainian national dress.
For Ukrainians, the vyshyvanka (the traditional embroidered shirt) is a truly sacred national symbol, standing for beauty, strength, a happy destiny and family memory. For all its centuries-old history, the vyshyvanka is fashionable and very stylish. No other national costume fits into modern life as well as the Ukrainian vyshyvanka.
Joining in Vyshyvanka Day is easy: all you need to do is wear an embroidered shirt to work or to school.
