Anastasiia Navrotska, a finalist of the All-Ukrainian Young Designers Contest “Look into the Future” (2021 and 2025), has been awarded the Next Stage Grant. The grant will fund the creation of a capsule collection of concert looks for the American band Moonchild.

The Next Stage Grant is a strategic initiative by Iryna Adonina’s United For Freedom foundation, supported by its general partner, “KRYSHTALEVA” natural mineral water. The project aims to support the professional growth of a new generation of Ukrainian designers, providing them with opportunities to realize their potential and integrate into the global fashion context.

“I want Ukrainian brands to be known not only in Europe but far beyond its borders—specifically in the USA. Today, I have established contacts that allow us to expand partnerships and systematically open new opportunities for our designers in the international market.

For me, this is not just about going abroad; it’s about making Ukrainian fashion resonate globally, confidently, and as an equal. I sincerely believe that our designers have everything it takes to be recognized worldwide, and I want to facilitate this as much as possible,” comments Iryna Adonina.

The winner was chosen by:

Oliver Brown — Editor-in-Chief of Mature Magazine.

Iryna Adonina — Founder of the United For Freedom foundation.Anna Ustenko — Producer of the “Look into the Future” contest.

The grant provides the opportunity to create a capsule collection for the American band and serves as a platform that transforms the creative energy of young talent into international success stories. The results of the collaboration between Anastasiia Navrotska and Moonchild will be revealed to the world in the summer of 2026.

“We are Excited and Honored to be working with such an incredible Designer,” say Moonchild members Amber, Andris, and Max.

This collaboration is aimed at strengthening the connection between Ukrainian fashion and the global creative industry, opening new horizons for young talents within the “Look into the Future” framework.

The All-Ukrainian Young Designers Contest is held under the patronage of the Ukrainian Fashion Council.