Yes, if you love hats like I do, you should come here. It is unlikely you’ll pop into Shapelie when you happen to be walking by: the shop is kinda hidden in a public service centre among dry cleaners, laundromats, clothes/watch/jewellery repair shops.

This local brand keeps an eye on the latest trends and has tons of different forms and styles. The latest collection for girls, which is brand new, is the Ethno one made not of straw, but of pure linen, with traditional Ukrainian embroidery. Imagine a classic boater hat like this!

Another significant advantage is that Shapelie creates hats for other more expensive brands, and you can get a trendy high quality item for less. It’s a nice impression to take home with you from the Ukraine.