Children's vyshyvankas for 24 August for a festive look

24 August is a date when Ukrainian clothing takes on a particular meaning, because on this day Ukraine celebrates Independence Day — its greatest national holiday.

For a child a vyshyvanka can be more than a festive shirt: it combines easily with other modern clothing and suits a family celebration, a photo shoot, a school event or a special occasion.

But how do you choose a vyshyvanka so it is not only beautiful in photographs but comfortable for the child? Three things are worth keeping in mind here: the size, the fabric and the character of the design.

Author

Ivanna, retail manager at the «Vyshyvanochka.ua» online store.

In work with customers it is most often the size, the cut and the design for a particular occasion that need help. So when ordering a children's vyshyvanka it is better to go by the characteristics of the particular piece rather than by the photograph alone.

What are children's vyshyvankas?

Children's vyshyvankas are embroidered shirts created on the motifs of Ukrainian folk dress. They may differ in cut, sleeve length, colour, ornament and fabric. In our catalogue at the Vyshyvanochka.ua online store you will find designs for every age group of children, from the youngest boys and girls to teenagers.

Which vyshyvanka to choose for a child for Independence Day

For a festive look it is worth deciding first where exactly the child will wear the shirt. For a formal occasion expressive ornaments are fitting, while for everyday use afterwards a versatile design is more practical.

Another thing to consider is the clothing the vyshyvanka will be worn with. For a boy that may be jeans or classic trousers; for a girl a skirt, trousers or other modern clothing.

That is exactly why buying a vyshyvanka on the principle of «I like the design» alone is not always the best decision. Look at the whole future outfit, and then you can decide. Children's designs most often carry botanical or geometric ornaments. The embroidery technique is usually cross stitch or satin stitch, more rarely others.

Vyshyvankas for boys: which designs are in the catalogue?

For boys the catalogue holds shirts with various ornaments, colours and cuts. There are designs with long and short sleeves, as well as options with more restrained geometric embroidery.

Among them you will find the traditional vyshyvanka for a boy 743-2 with a red and black geometric ornament. The product page gives a price of 630 UAH, though the final price may depend on the options chosen.

For a more expressive festive look you might also consider the traditional vyshyvanka for a boy ДМ182. When the page was checked the item was in stock and the price given was 1640 UAH.

If you need a more modern option, take a look at the stylish vyshyvanka for a boy 751-2, which is also in the catalogue.

Once you like a design, check the available size, the material and the current price on the page of that particular piece before ordering.

Vyshyvankas for girls: shirts, blouses and dresses

Vyshyvankas for girls offer more possibilities for creating different looks. Besides traditional shirts and blouses, the catalogue holds embroidered dresses and skirts.

The vyshyvanka for a girl 917-1, for instance, has a white base with a grey pattern. This design looks very festive and restrained at once, so it suits any event or celebration. It costs from 850 UAH, though do note that the price changes with the size.

For a formal look an embroidered dress is worth considering. The dress for a girl 817-7, for instance, has a loose cut, a round neckline with tasselled ties and a denim-blue colour. A half-circle skirt always looks wonderful.

There are more classic white versions with red and black embroidery too, among them the remarkable white embroidered dress for a girl 4361.

Which fabric to choose for a children's vyshyvanka

For children's clothing the composition of the fabric matters no less than the ornament. For children's vyshyvankas we use linen, cotton and blended fabrics.

Linen is a natural material traditionally used for clothing. This fabric is highly hypoallergenic. Linen of a lower density does not make you hot, sits well and wears beautifully. For children, though, linen can feel a little scratchy. It also creases rather more than other natural fabrics, let alone blended ones.

Cotton is a natural fabric too, and the great majority of children's clothing is made from it, vyshyvankas and everything else. The fabric wears well, washes beautifully and needs no complicated care.

Blended fabrics are steadily displacing linen and cotton, mainly because they cost less and are undemanding in care. They also crease less.

How to choose the right size of children's vyshyvanka

Size is one of the most common reasons for doubt when ordering online, especially when a child is between two sizes.

Go above all by the size chart of the particular design rather than by the child's age alone. Age helps you find your bearings but does not replace measuring.

Before ordering it is worth checking:

• the child's height;
• the chest;
• the length of the garment;
• the sleeve length;
• the sizes available in that particular design.

If in doubt, it is better to check the measurements with a manager before buying.

A manager's insight: for a children's look there is no need to find identical shirts for every member of the family. Different designs joined by one colour or a similar character of ornament often look more harmonious. That way every child keeps their own style and the family photograph still reads as a whole.

How much do children's vyshyvankas cost?

The price depends on the amount of embroidery, the cut, the fabric composition, the size and other factors. The catalogue holds children's designs in various price categories: some shirts for boys start at a few hundred hryvnia, while more complex designs may cost more than a thousand.

So if you are planning to buy a vyshyvanka in Ukraine for 24 August, do check the current price of the particular design you have chosen.

When to order a vyshyvanka for 24 August

If the size you need is not in stock, the making time is 3–10 days. Delivery takes roughly 1–5 days.

That means it is better not to leave an order to the last moment, especially if you need a particular design, size or colour.

Before buying it is worth checking:

1. whether the design you want is in stock;
2. whether the size you need is available;
3. how long making takes if the item is not in stock;
4. which delivery method will be more convenient.

Where to buy a children's vyshyvanka online

The «Vyshyvanochka.ua» catalogue holds children's vyshyvankas for boys and girls, as well as other categories of Ukrainian embroidered clothing.

Useful pages for choosing:

• Children's vyshyvankas
• Embroidered shirts for boys
• Vyshyvankas and blouses for girls
• Vyshyvankas for girls
• The store's home page

If you want to buy a vyshyvanka for Independence Day, start with the category that matches the child's age and gender, and then narrow the choice by size, fabric, colour and cut.

In conclusion: which children's vyshyvanka to buy for 24 August?

For a boy it is worth considering a shirt with a geometric or botanical ornament that will go with trousers or jeans. For a girl a traditional blouse, shirt or embroidered dress works well, depending on the kind of occasion.

If your main aim is a practical option, start with the fabric and the size. If you need a festive look, look at the ornament and the combination of colours.

And if the vyshyvanka is needed for 24 August in particular, it is better to check availability in advance.

Questions and answers

1. Which children's vyshyvankas can be bought for 24 August?

The catalogue holds children's vyshyvankas for boys and girls: shirts, blouses, and also embroidered dresses and other designs.

2. How do I choose the size of a vyshyvanka for a child?

Compare the child's measurements with the size chart of the particular design. If the child is between sizes, it is worth asking for advice about how the piece sits.

3. How much does a children's vyshyvanka cost?

Prices start from 450 UAH depending on the size. The current price is set for the particular design and the options chosen.

4. How long does it take to make a vyshyvanka if it is not in stock?

The making time is 3–10 days if the piece you need is not in stock.

5. Which fabrics are used for children's vyshyvankas?

For children's vyshyvankas we usually use linen, cotton and blended fabrics. The particular composition should be checked on the page of the design you have chosen.

6. Which ornaments suit a boy or a girl?

For boys, geometric and botanical ornaments are worth considering; for girls, botanical motifs, floral compositions or decorative designs. But that is not a strict rule: the choice depends on the child's style and the look you have in mind.