How to order a vyshyvanka in time for 24 August
How to order a vyshyvanka in time for 24 August
For many Ukrainians 24 August is a special day, when you want to wear something symbolic, beautiful and genuinely Ukrainian. That is why, ahead of Independence Day, we often get asked when it is best to order a vyshyvanka so as to be sure of having it in time for the holiday.
I understand the question well. Once you have found exactly the vyshyvanka you want to wear on 24 August, the last thing you want is to discover at the final moment that the size you need is out of stock or that the design still has to be made.
So I suggest planning the purchase not from the date of dispatch but from the date you need the vyshyvanka in your hands.
When to order a vyshyvanka for 24 August
To be sure of having a vyshyvanka in time for 24 August, I suggest checking three things in advance: whether the design you want is available, the size and the delivery time. Most designs at our store are in stock. If the vyshyvanka you want is not, making it takes 3–10 days, and delivery after dispatch takes 1–5 days.
If the design is ready, you mostly only need to allow for delivery. If it has to be made, the production time is added to the delivery time.
Who wrote this article?
My name is Olha and I am the owner of the Vyshyvanochka.ua online store.
I work with our range of vyshyvankas every day and know well that before a holiday a customer needs more than a beautiful design. It matters just as much to know whether it is available in the right size, what fabric it is made from and when the order can realistically be expected.
It is exactly this practical advice on choosing and ordering that I want to share in this article.
Why I suggest checking availability first
When there is not much time left before 24 August, I always suggest starting not with a long browse through the catalogue but with checking availability.
At our store most designs are in stock. That means no additional production time is needed for those pieces.
There is an important point here, though: a design being available does not mean your size is. So before placing an order it is better to check both.
Whether you are looking for men's vyshyvankas, women's or children's designs, the approach is the same: first settle on the design, then check the size, and only then plan the delivery.
My advice: if you need a vyshyvanka for 24 August in particular, do not leave checking availability to the last days.
How long does it take to make a vyshyvanka?
If the design you want is not in stock, it has to be made. According to our current figures, making takes 3–10 days depending on the design.
I make a point of this because customers sometimes take the delivery time to be the whole order time. In fact these are two separate stages.
First the vyshyvanka has to be made, then dispatched, and only after that is it delivered to the customer.
So if you are planning to order a vyshyvanka for a particular date, I recommend checking before you order:
- whether the design you want is in stock;
- whether your size is available;
- whether the piece has to be made;
- how long making will take;
- when dispatch is possible;
- how long the parcel will take to reach you.
That matters especially if you want not just one shirt but a festive outfit for several members of the family.
How long does delivery of a vyshyvanka take?
According to our figures, delivery takes 1–5 days. The further a parcel travels from Lutsk, the longer the delivery. Shelling and damage to the carriers' infrastructure also affect delivery times, which may lengthen them.
We send orders by Nova Poshta, Ukrposhta and Meest. These are reliable carriers who do everything in their power to see that a parcel arrives on time.
If the vyshyvanka is already made, you only need to allow for delivery. If it still has to be made, add 3–10 days of production first.
For instance, if a design takes 3 days to make, that does not mean you will have the parcel in three days. Once making is finished, the order still has to be handed to the carrier.
Delivery to Poland or other neighbouring countries takes 3–8 days by Nova Poshta; to the USA or Canada a parcel takes 10–30 days with Ukrposhta.
I do not suggest going by Ukrainian delivery times if you are ordering abroad. In that case it is better to check the particular route in advance.
How I suggest counting the time to 24 August
I use a simple scheme, which I suggest to customers too.
First — choosing the design.
You need to settle on which vyshyvanka you like: the cut, the colour, the ornament, the material.
Next — size and availability.
This is one of the most important points. A beautiful design will not help if the size you need is unavailable and there is no longer time to make it.
Then — making, if it is needed.
As of August that is 3 to 10 days.
And the last stage — delivery.
After dispatch — 1–5 days.
So I suggest looking at the whole path:
choosing → checking availability → making if needed → dispatch → delivery.
The sooner you get through the first two stages, the more time is left to settle the rest calmly.
How to choose a vyshyvanka when there is little time before the holiday
If time is short, I do not suggest browsing the whole catalogue with no particular aim.
First decide who the vyshyvanka is for.
Then work out the size you need.
And only then look at the design.
In my view, when a vyshyvanka is needed by a particular date, the choice has two equally important parts: you must like the design, and you must realistically be able to receive it in time.
That is exactly why choosing a vyshyvanka is about more than colour or ornament.
I suggest picking several designs you like and checking their availability straight away. If one of them is already in stock, that may be the most convenient option.
What to do if your size is unavailable
I do not suggest buying a larger or smaller size simply because you are in a hurry.
First ask whether your size is available in another design. If the vyshyvanka you have chosen matters to you particularly, ask whether it can be made.
If the design has to be made, go by our figure of 3–10 days and then add the delivery time.
Family orders need particularly careful planning.
You might, for instance, choose a men's, a women's and a children's vyshyvanka. One design may be ready in stock while another has to be made. In that situation I suggest checking the timing for each piece at once.
My advice: do not leave the checking to the last moment
Over the years I have come to one simple principle: if a vyshyvanka is needed by a particular date, it is better to ask about availability and timing before placing the order rather than after.
It takes a few minutes but gives a much clearer picture.
Before buying I recommend checking:
- the design you want;
- the size;
- availability;
- the fabric composition;
- whether making is needed;
- how long making takes;
- the delivery method.
I like to compare this to preparing a festive table: when you do everything step by step, the holiday stays a holiday rather than a race against time.
In conclusion: when to buy a vyshyvanka for 24 August
If you are planning to buy a vyshyvanka for Independence Day, I suggest starting by checking availability and size.
If the design is ready, allow 1–5 days for delivery.
If it has to be made, add 3–10 days of making and then the delivery time.
In other words, the main question before buying is not only «which design do I like?» but «when can I realistically receive it?»
That matters especially if you are planning a festive look for the whole family.
Would you like to order a vyshyvanka for 24 August?
I invite you to look through the current designs at Vyshyvanochka.ua. Choose the cut, work out the size and check current availability before placing your order.
If the design you want is not in stock, I will help you work out how long it will take to make.
If you are hesitating between several designs, do not hesitate to get in touch with a question. It is better to check the details of an order together than to leave them to the last days before the holiday.
FAQ — 6 questions about ordering a vyshyvanka for 24 August
1. How long does it take to make a vyshyvanka?
If the design you want is not in stock, our figures show that making it takes 3–10 days. After that, additional time for delivery must be allowed.
2. How long does delivery of a vyshyvanka within Ukraine take?
According to our figures, delivery takes 1–5 days after dispatch. We use Nova Poshta, Ukrposhta and Meest.
3. When is it best to order a vyshyvanka for 24 August?
I suggest not leaving the order to the last days. If the design is in stock, allow 1–5 days for delivery. If making is needed, add another 3–10 days.
4. Can a vyshyvanka be ordered if my size is unavailable?
That depends on the particular design. I recommend checking whether your size is available in another design, or whether the piece you want can be made.
5. Which fabrics are vyshyvankas made from?
Our range holds designs in linen, cotton and blended fabrics. The particular composition is given in the description of each design.
6. How do I choose a vyshyvanka for Independence Day?
I suggest keeping four main things in mind: the purpose, the size, the design and availability. If the vyshyvanka is needed by a particular date, do check when you will receive it before ordering.