Fashion Nerds

Kyiv, Ukraine

Jean Gritsfeldt

  • Performance fashion
  • Graphic prints
  • Experimental cuts

Jean Gritsfeldt presented his first ready-to-wear collection at Ukrainian Fashion Week in 2012. The Kyiv designer combines complex cuts, vivid prints and unusual textures with runway performances staged in settings ranging from museums to sports venues.

Portrait of Jean Gritsfeldt
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Five looks to know

Metallic jacket and pale ruffled shorts by Jean Gritsfeldt, Kiev Fall 2018.

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Metallic jacket and pale ruffled shorts

Jean Gritsfeldt — Kiev Fall 2018

The tailored metallic jacket contrasts with abbreviated ruffled shorts.

Vogue Runway; photographer not identified
Asymmetric black zip dress by Jean Gritsfeldt, Kiev Fall 2018.

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Asymmetric black zip dress

Jean Gritsfeldt — Kiev Fall 2018

The black dress uses an exposed zip and uneven hem to disrupt a simple silhouette.

Vogue Runway; photographer not identified
Red layered printed look by Jean Gritsfeldt, Kiev Fall 2018.

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Red layered printed look

Jean Gritsfeldt — Kiev Fall 2018

Printed layers and black edging enliven the red ensemble.

Vogue Runway; photographer not identified
Blue printed hoodie and shorts by Jean Gritsfeldt, Kiev Fall 2018.

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Blue printed hoodie and shorts

Jean Gritsfeldt — Kiev Fall 2018

Matching blue sportswear was presented on an ice rink, extending the show into performance.

Vogue Runway; photographer not identified
Sheer bodice and white tutu by Jean Gritsfeldt, Kiev Fall 2018.

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Sheer bodice and white tutu

Jean Gritsfeldt — Kiev Fall 2018

A sheer bodice and tutu-like skirt translate theatrical costume into the collection.

Vogue Runway; photographer not identified

Collections & archive pieces

1 collections represented · 1 piece

Jean Gritsfeldt — Kiev Fall 2018

1 piece