A vyshyvanka, or traditional embroidered blouse, is a deeply symbolic garment for Ukrainians, denoting the cultural and spiritual heritage of the nation. The ornamentation on the blouse is full of energy and includes symbols of health, longevity, love, wealth and protection. It embodies the creativity and inspiration of the Ukrainian people.
These ideas are at the very heart of Edelvika, one of the largest ethnic clothing and textile manufacturers in Ukraine, with a full production cycle from garment design to fabric weaving and embroidery.
The company started with 14 machines in 1994, then grew to 52 machines over time, producing around 1 million meters of fabric in 2004. It now employs more than 230 people and continues to grow, despite the war.
“Noble victory”
The name Edelvika is a German-Latin construct meaning “noble victory”. These days, the name is more relevant than ever.
Edelvika is a family business run by Yuriy Perekhodko and his two daughters. It was Yuriy’s eldest daughter who steered the company in the direction of fashion.
“Filter bags for big factories were our main product. After graduating from university, my eldest daughter started working for me, which meant she had to go to very dusty metal and cement…
