In what year was Ukrainian Fashion Week founded?

Ukrainian Fashion Week was founded in 1997.

The event became a central platform for Ukrainian designers and helped establish a recognizable national fashion calendar after Ukraine’s independence. Its collections have traditionally been presented in Kyiv, bringing local labels, models and creative directors together for seasonal shows.

Ukrainian Fashion Week has helped introduce Ukrainian fashion to international audiences while supporting designers working across clothing, accessories and textile design. The programme has included both established names and newer labels seeking attention beyond the domestic market.

The event should not be confused with Kyiv Fashion, a trade exhibition with a different format and purpose. Ukrainian Fashion Week is primarily associated with designer runway presentations and the broader cultural identity of Ukraine’s fashion industry. Its history is also distinct from international fashion weeks in Paris, Milan, London and New York.