Dresses by Ukrainian fashion designer showed in Tokyo Collection
![](https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/9922817.jpg)
Dresses from “Lever Couture” by a Ukrainian designer on display at the Tokyo Collection on Wednesday, in Taito Ward, Tokyo.
10:44 JST, September 2, 2022
“Lever Couture,” a brand created by Ukrainian designer Lessja Verlingieri, held a show on Wednesday, at the Tokyo Collection, one of the main events during Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo.
The show was held in the Hyokeikan of the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno, Tokyo. The designer showcased long dresses that share colors from the Japanese and Ukrainian flags, representing the bond between the two countries.
Verlingieri spent her childhood in Ukraine until the age of 11. She established her brand in 2011, and is currently based in the United States. Her work has included outfits for celebrities such as singer Lady Gaga. As Russia’s aggression against Ukraine continues, she said “with my collection, I want to bring a piece of my country to Japan and raise positive awareness for Ukraine.”
![](https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/9922821.jpg)
Ukrainian designer Lessja Verlingieri, center, appears during her show “Lever Couture” at the Tokyo Collection on Wednesday, in Taito Ward, Tokyo.
"Culture" POPULAR ARTICLE
-
Mobile Suit Gundam in New York; Bandai Promotes Popular Anime Series with 2-Meter-High Statue in 14 U.S. Locations
-
Secret Treasures of 1,200-Year-Old Kyoto Temple at Tokyo Museum; Rarely Seen Items from Jingoji’s Collection Exhibited
-
‘Young Orpheus:’ Novel for Children Receives Opera Adaptation; Cast, Music Carries Audience on Interplanetary Journey
-
76th Shoso-In Exhibition to Showcase 57 Treasures; 10 Items to Make Debut
-
Poisons Star in Special Exhibition at Nagoya City Science Museum
JN ACCESS RANKING