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Men’s Vyshyvanka — how to choose it and where to buy

A men’s vyshyvanka in Ukraine is not just national clothing. In the Ukrainian ornament, which decorates men’s embroidered shirts, sacred symbols encode protection, family ties, wishes of happiness, health, and all kinds of well-being. Remains of such clothing are found in Scythian burial mounds. A beautiful handmade men’s vyshyvanka, sewn by hand, is a traditional gift for grooms at a wedding. It served as a talisman in battles and reminded of relatives and loved ones. It is interesting that the first embroidery school was founded in Kyiv by the sister of Prince Volodymyr Monomakh back in the eleventh century. 

A Ukrainian beautiful men’s vyshyvanka was highly valued by Zaporizhian Cossacks. Even now, buying a men’s vyshyvanka as a gift for a birthday or a wedding anniversary is a great way to express your love.

Men’s vyshyvanka and its types

In modern fashion, a vyshyvanka for men occupies a special place. There are many variants of embroidered shirts. They are divided by: 

1. Cut. Loose ones that are tucked into trousers, fitted ones under a jacket, chumak-style shirts with a low collar and loose sleeves.
2. Collar shape: without a collar with tie-strings with tassels; with a turn-down collar; with a stand-up collar.
3. Shape and size of sleeves: with long loose sleeves; with short sleeves; with tabs so that it is possible to conveniently roll up and fix a long sleeve.
4. Color. A Ukrainian men’s vyshyvanka can be black, red-black, or white with “white-on-white” embroidery. The latter look especially refined.
5. Embroidery technique can be handmade. They are quite expensive. Or machine embroidery. This is an accessible, budget option.

By style, men’s vyshyvankas can be:

1. Classic. This is festive clothing decorated with rich embroidery on the chest, collar, sleeves and cuffs. An embroidered shirt “white on white” looks very exquisite. This is a real work of art in an authentic style, which can be examined only up close. 
2. Minimalist. Here Ukrainian design is used in a small amount, usually on the side, on the collar or cuffs. Such a shirt in ethnic style can be worn under a business suit, a sweater or under a jacket for a walk. 
3. T-shirts and polos with embroidery are worn almost everywhere instead of ordinary shirts. They are universal and suitable both for a sporty style and for everyday wear.
4. Hoodies and sweaters, as part of modern ethnic clothing, impress with their variety and modern interpretation of traditional costumes with embroidery.

To buy a men’s vyshyvanka means to touch the countless treasures of Ukrainian culture, the heritage of the whole people. After all, each pattern of the ornament in them has its own special meaning. For example, a circle means the sun, oak leaves — strength, viburnum berries — female beauty, motherhood, the heart — a happy family life, and stars — protection. Combined into one whole, they look like wishes of happiness, health, and love. 

Modern men’s vyshyvanka and what to wear it with

A modern men’s vyshyvanka perfectly combines with other items of a man’s wardrobe.

1. A men’s vyshyvanka in a classic suit is worn tucked into trousers with creases. This is a great option for the office or festive clothing.
2. In casual style — with jeans or chinos. The shirt is worn untucked.
3. In summer it is also worn untucked with shorts.

In Poltava region they were traditionally combined with narrow trousers. In Zakarpattia — with a fur vest (keptar).

As footwear, classic shoes, loafers, brogues, or even boots with trousers tucked into them suit an embroidered shirt.

Men’s vyshyvankas and how to care for them

A vyshyvanka for a man is a delicate item that requires careful care.

1. Wash only by hand without aggressive detergents at a temperature of 30–40 degrees.
2. Before washing, soaking in warm water for 15–20 minutes is recommended so that the dirt comes off.
3. Do not rub and do not wring so as not to damage the embroidery and so that the product does not lose its shape.
4. Wring by hand, wrapping in a terry towel like a “roll”.
5. Dry in a horizontal position away from sunlight. 
6. Iron turned inside out in a slightly damp state, placing a towel underneath to preserve the volume of the embroidery.

If you follow these simple recommendations, your favorite vyshyvanka will please you for many years and can become a family heirloom.

How to buy men’s vyshyvankas and what the price depends on 

Usually, a men’s vyshyvanka is quite expensive in price. But if you choose a model with machine embroidery, it is quite possible to buy a traditional men’s vyshyvanka inexpensively. In general, the cost depends on: 

1. Execution. Handmade work is valued much more than machine work. Such items are often made in a single copy.
2. Material. Natural fabrics, cotton or linen, are more expensive than those with added synthetic fibers. Although the latter are more practical, wash easily and wear longer. Homespun linen fabrics are even more expensive.
3. Size of the ornament. The larger and more complex it is, the more expensive the product will be. Author’s work is highly valued.
4. Complexity of the ornament. Here as well, the more complex, the more expensive.
5. Quality of threads. Items embroidered with natural threads that do not fade are more expensive.

In the online store of the company “Vytyn” collections of vyshyvankas for women, men and children are presented, both machine-made and handmade. Men’s vyshyvankas can be bought for any taste, budget and for any occasions.

Allow yourself a real Ukrainian exclusive. Visit us and choose your vyshyvanka.