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Ukrainian traditions

The meaning behind the vyshyvanka, Ukraine's traditional shirt

by Xenia CherednychenkoAugust 24, 2022

Vyshyvanka, a traditionally styled embroidered shirt or dress, is the central feature of Ukraine’s national clothing.

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