Key facts
- The guide features 80 items from Ukrainian brands and creators.
- Items include clothing, accessories, jewelry, home decor, books, and self-care products.
- The selection highlights both established designers and independent artisans.
- The guide includes merchandise from the Kyiv Independent store, such as its print magazine 'The Power Within'.
The Kyiv Independent has released its 2026 Holiday Gift Guide, a compilation of 80 products from Ukrainian brands and artisans. The guide aims to showcase Ukraine's creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage through items like clothing, jewelry, home decor, and books. Business editor Liliane Bivings led the project, emphasizing the importance of highlighting Ukrainian creators. The selection includes brands that blend historical traditions with modern aesthetics, such as Gaptuvalnya's embroidered shirts and Aqyar Ceramics' stoneware, as well as contemporary designs from Pavuk and Anoeses. The guide also features merchandise from the Kyiv Independent's own store, including its print magazine 'The Power Within' and various apparel items.