Pick up your stylish wardrobe at men’s clothing stores in the capital
Everybody knows that “the clothes make the man,” and those are not just empty words, especially when a man is dressing to impress. Whether it’s a job interview, a first date or a party, you’ll have no problem finding the perfect outfit for your occasion in Kyiv, especially since we have searched every major Kyiv men’s wear stores for you, and present the report below.
Fit that suit
When looking at men’s formal wear you need to follow some basic guidelines to get an instant classic look that projects a sense of style. And the key element of formal wear is of course an elegant suit – every men needs to have at least one, no matter if he’s a businessman or a deejay. A suit can make you look powerful, mature, conservative, or sexy, and besides, we women love men in suits.
Arber brand has been offered in Ukraine since 2002 and now its men’s wear store chain totals 50 outfits in Ukraine, with a large number of them located in Kyiv. Arber produces a range of its own brands including Arber, Gregory Arber, Pratto and Sensus. The shops sell a wide assortment of suits, jackets, trousers, knitted wear, shirts, ties, and accessories such as silk ties and scarves. Their autumn-winter 2007/2008 collection will come in handy to a serious businessman. Following the fashion trends of the season, the clothes are presented in black, grey and dark blue colors, and hidden and textured strips prevail. Besides traditional classical and evening suits in Arber’s latest collection, there are some kinds of classic tuxes: from high-quality wool with satiny lapels to ultrafashionable velour. There is a fine range of short-cut shrilling coats and leather jackets, classical tweed, velour and black coats. Upon your request, they can adjust a new suit on a figure absolutely free of charge.
The concept men’s wear store at Arena City called Damat/ADV/Tween carries men’s wear for different age categories and styles. The shop represents three brands and three major trends: classical, casual and youthful. In two spacious halls each brand is presented in equal numbers with accompanying accessories, bags and footwear.
Damat, the most expensive and stylish brand of the shop, refers to classical styles and offers woolen and linen suits in sizes 38-60 for Hr 2,500 to Hr 15,000, ties from Hr 350, shirts from Hr 500 to Hr 1,200, and belts and tuxedos as well. If you’re looking for something more casual, go for ADV. It offers plenty of polo shirts, T-shirts, raglans and sweaters in all kinds of joyful color stripes, pants in pastel colors, and accessories like textile bags for the holidays, etc. A pair of pants will cost you up to Hr 850 and T-shirts are around Hr 300.
In the section of Tween brand, you’ll find T-shirts with prints, sharp skinny pants and various sequined shirts, as well as a great selection of accessories: bracelets, metal pendants on leather cords, massive rings. Tween also carries an attractive line of footwear in half-sport style and brief cases from crude leather. The prices at Tween are the lowest in the whole store, except for shoes, which start at Hr 1,200.
VD ONE is 15 years old and specializes in design and production of almost the full list of clothes for men: formal, casual, parkas, raincoats and underwear. The design center of VD ONE Limited is based in London. Its shops offer fashionable clothes for young and active people at an affordable price using mainly domestic fabrics and the talents of Ukrainian designers. Here you can get discount cards that grant a 10 percent discount on all VD One garments and five percent discounts on shoes and leather goods, in addition to the existing discounts and special offers.
Kazzara is an internationally known Italian brand present that has been present on the European market since 1872. Its main designer, Luciano Malidonni, promotes the produce of the company as refined clothes for modern and stylish businessmen. Kazzara uses only natural fabrics and materials in all their collections. When purchasing clothes at a Kazzara shop, you should save the cash bill. When the total sum of your purchases amounts to Hr 5,000, you’ll get a 10 percent discount card, which is admission to Kazzara Club. The status of Kazzara Club members gives you access to free dry-cleaning of suits, pants, coats, etc., tailoring of their suits, free ironing of suits, coats, shirts and pants, and services of a professional stylist free of charge as well.
Arber (114 Chervonoarmiyska, 522-9372; Globus Shopping Center, 590-1867)
Damat Tween ADV (1-3/2 Chervonoarmiyska; Arena City, 499-1379)
VD One (24 Khreshchatyk, 278-6404; 11A Moskovskiy Prospekt, 426-7303)
Kazzara (2A Kostyantynivska, 599-0562; 12 Luhova, 206-4377)
From Cardin to Brioni
Upon entering Alessandro Italian menswear shop you would simply be overwhelmed with its assortment and selection of colors. There is an excellent choice of business suits, shirts and ties. Alessandro sells the latest of Pierre Cardin’s collection of suits and tuxes. You’ll find shirts for every occasion and in all possible colors, supplied by various studs and ties with all kinds of prints, patterns and flowers. If you’re looking for something truly extravagant and excessive they can offer to you gaudy raspberry and purple-colored suits. The prices at Alessandro are quite standard, and it’s easy enough to find what you want in the store as the sections are clearly marked. You are free to browse through the assortment yourself if you choose, while friendly shop-assistants are more than willing to provide you with valuable tips on your suit selection. The shop has a discount system – you can get a five percent discount card if you make a purchase for a total sum of Hr 2,000 to Hr 5,000. If the sum amounts to Hr 10,000 to Hr 15,000, you’ll be entitled to a VIP discount card, offering 15 percent.
The Michael Voronin is one of the most well-known and respectable Ukrainian menswear chains and ateliers. Michael L. Voronin is a famous Ukrainian fashion designer and inventor of the vest-model method in menswear tailoring that requires no fitting. The Michael Voronin creates lines for elite, sport and youth styles. The Voronin Exclusive line is made of expensive, superior quality fabrics, purchased in small quantities from the leading manufacturers of Italy, Germany and France, and the clothes are produced exclusively and in limited edition. Suits in the Michael Voronin line are preferred by people who consider a suit like a visiting card that expresses their lifestyle: businessmen, managers, politicians, etc. Those who prefer to look super stylish even on their days off should pay attention to the VORONIN Sport line, offering high quality and relaxed style garments for active rest. And Mackentosh is a reasonably priced line made from trendy fabrics with viscose content, created for young business people who want to look modern.
The menswear boutique Brioni, named in honor of a small Italian island on the Adriatic Sea, is presently considered among the three leading brands producing prestigious classics. They claim to regularly work with world leaders, the heads of organizations and top businessmen (including Ukrainians). Therefore it sounds quite logical that the first Kyiv Brioni boutique opened on Sofiyivska Ploshcha, among other fancy boutiques and interiors. The two levels of the shop offer the high-grade Brioni collection, as well as a line of clothes for leisure and accessories. For the most demanding clients, there is a specially equipped VIP fitting room, where measures for your custom-made suit will be taken. The boutique was fully glorified as the “exclusive designer” of the legendary James Bond in the last five series of the film: the first thing that guests see at the entrance of the store is the exact same tuxedo as the one worn by Daniel Craig in “Casino Royal.” On the lining of the tux you can plainly see the numbers “007”constructed on fabric, and above a mortise pocket a tally, saying: “Brioni for James Bond.”
Among less conservative garments offered at Brioni are menswear from viscose, flax and cotton of more extravagant colors and a recognizable cut with clear, somewhat “concave” shoulders. Classic shirts, ties, bow ties, belts and other accessories for “common” men (not yet working for secret service) are presented in the most varied colors and shades. Outerwear – coats and raincoat – are sold at the shop throughout the whole year. Naturally, the brand tailoring for James Bond is not a cheap one: ties start at Hr 1,200, shirts go from Hr 2,500, and suits from Hr 10,000.
Alessandro (24 Khreshchatyk, 599-4352; Globus Shopping Center, 590-1860)
Michael Voronin (14 Chervonoarmiyska, 234-9384; 3 Prospekt Peremohy, 236-5950)
Brioni (20A Volodymyrska, 568-5931)
Sport and Casual
Casual style is a fashionable trend in Europe now, and a majority of young business people, and even well-to-do men, want to wear nothing but sportswear. The world famous Tommy Hilfiger brand is popular with those who prefer a casual, sporty style with a touch of class, and is known for its trademark colors – white, blue and red. You can choose among outfits from Tommy Sport, a defunct line that came out in the 1990s and Tommy Hilfiger line of denim-themed products including jeans, t-shirts, and sweatshirts. Also, Tommy Hilfiger shop have no lack in accessories, shoes and cologne. The latest Hilfiger collection has classic and sport styles integrated with urban glamour.
Glenfield shop presents an Italian brand specializing in knitwear. A combination of the classics is the distinctive feature of their outfits, from the universal trendy and high quality elements, to the comfort and reasonable prices. Presently, the boutiques of Glenfield are present in all the biggest cities of Eastern and Western Europe, Asia, and America. At Glenfield shop in Globus shopping center you will be pleasantly surprised by the variety of models and colors of knitwear. 100% percent wool, cashmere, mohair, silk, viscose, and cotton are the basic fibers of their garments. In the cold winter months, Glenfield’s warm and comfortable sweaters and pullovers are sure to come in handy.
Spanish brand Springfield sells functional clothes and shoes for young men. The men’s wear shop chain Springfield has existed for 16 years and counts more than 400 shops in 25 countries. Their shop carries a huge assortment of modern and youth clothes and shoes with various accessories. Also at Springfield you’ll find a wide assortment of windbreakers, jackets, jumpers, jeans, sport shirts, hoodies, bags, belts, shoes underwear and cologne.
Tommy Hilfiger (Globus Shopping Center, 585-1168)
Glenfield (17-20 Baggovutivska, 205-5436; Globus Shopping Center, 585-11362)
Springfield (24 Lesi Ukrayinky, 286-3897; Globus Shopping Center, 585-1133)
