Small brands to support Ukraine
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About a month has passed since the war began in Ukraine and now more than ever, it’s critical to continue to support Ukrainians and help preserve their culture. Discover these independent brands that are supporting their country and see how you can contribute through a purchase or donation.
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GUNIA Project
Gunia Project typically sells beautiful folk crafts, from home decor, to clothing, and accessories. When the war broke out, their team launched an initiative to raise funds to support animal shelters and the armed forces through the sale of blue and yellow ceramic soy wax candles. 230 birds have already been sold. Purchase and discover more here to continue to support.
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JUL
Women’s clothing brand, Jul, has managed to be back in business and you can continue to order through their website with 25% of each purchase supporting Come Back Alive charity.
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Ksenia Schnaider
KSENIASCHNAIDER, Kyiv-based independent fashion house, has partnered with Kachorovska to launch a spring drop for peace including cowboy boots in ‘‘the colors of a peaceful sky and fertile wheat fields.’’ Shop the capsule collection from @kachorovska_atelier and kachorovska.com to support both brands, their teams, and Ukraine.
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Katimo
Katimo focuses on high-quality material and tailoring - designing just two collections a year. The brand has been able to support the Ukranian Army Fund by donating proceeds from website purchases. In the last week, Katimo has resumed order shipments and you can continue to support through online purchases.
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Sleeper
Sleeper is a Ukrainian brand beloved by Instagram for their sleepwear made for going-out. Started in 2014, the brand has their atelier based in Kyiv and have grown an international brand from there. They are donating to the defence efforts and providing resources for their customers here.
