This ethereal look draws inspiration from Slavic mythology, the celestial realm of Iriy, and the ancient pagan celebration of Ivan Kupala — a festival devoted to purification, renewal, and the cyclical rebirth of the soul. Traditionally, white garments are worn to honor this sacred transition.
At the heart of the ensemble is a transformative headpiece: a radiant, sun-shaped crown with a removable wreath of fresh daisies, meant for the nighttime ritual of floating wreaths on water — a central moment of the celebration.
The design is a tribute to the mythic Alkonost, a half-bird, half-mermaid creature said to dwell in paradise, feast on golden apples, and embody light and harmony. The headpiece fuses multiple symbolic layers — from its sunburst silhouette in chromed gold, to its golden apples and intricate detailing that echoes the four elements: red hair evokes the spirit of fire, feathers reflect water and air, apples root the image in the element of earth.
A vision that blends folklore and ritual, this look channels the mystery, beauty, and elemental power of midsummer magic.