{"product_id":"vyshyvanka-35-years-of-independence-edition","title":"Vyshyvanka: 35 Years of Independence Edition","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn August 24, Ukraine turns 35. To celebrate this anniversary, the Kyiv Independent is releasing a special edition of our vyshyvanka — the embroidered shirts Ukrainians have worn for generations. For us, there is no better way to mark Independence Day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have made 35 pieces — one for each year of independence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — for the Kyiv Independent community and for everyone who has been asking us to release more of our vyshyvankas. Each has \"35\" embroidered on the sleeve, a finishing touch just for this special edition. The vyshyvanka has been made in collaboration with Gaptuvalnya, one of Ukraine's most respected embroidery brands, whose pieces have been worn by our First Lady.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor u\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003es, wearing the vyshyvanka is a symbol of our independence — and, when you wear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eit, a sign of your support for Ukraine's freedom. Because some things are better when shared. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% linen. Made in independent Ukraine. For the Kyiv Independent's community.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePictured here: Senior Reporter Francis Farrell, 178 cm (5'10\") tall, wearing the Kyiv Independent’s vyshyvanka in size L\/XL. Photographed at the march for dialogue and reforms in defense. Kyiv, July 31, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e this product ships from Ukraine; VAT\/customs fees may apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Kyiv Independent Store","offers":[{"title":"S\/M","offer_id":60355574628686,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"L\/XL","offer_id":60355574661454,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/0052\/5134\/files\/vyshyvanka_35_1_216de5f9-82ff-4f0b-9cae-5f7103864baf.webp?v=1786439707","url":"https:\/\/store.kyivindependent.com\/products\/vyshyvanka-35-years-of-independence-edition","provider":"The Kyiv Independent Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}