Christian Siriano Is Auctioning Off a Custom Blue and Yellow Ball Gown for Ukraine Relief

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Christian Sirianois doing his part to aidUkraine amid Russia’s invasion of the country.

The fashion designer, 36, shared in anInstagram poston Wednesday that he will be auctioning off a show-stopping blue and yellow gown, with proceeds going to Ukraine relief. Siriano said he will also match the donation.

“As a designer our voice is our clothes! So if a few bolts of tulle can help save someone then YES, we will be donating this gown to the highest bidder possible and matching that donation for Ukraine,” he wrote alongside an image of the dress, which utilizes the two colors of Ukraine’s flag.

“Proud of you always but particularly proud of you for always helping when it’s needed ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️,” wrote one user, as another added: “THAT is what fashion is about! Thankyou Christian 💙💛.”

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Siriano’s decision to auction off the dress comes as Russia’sattack on Ukrainecontinues after their forces launched a large-scale invasion on Feb. 24 — the first major land conflict in Europe in decades.

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With NATO forces massing in the region around Ukraine, various countries have also pledged aid or military support to the resistance. Ukrainian PresidentVolodymyr Zelenskyycalled for peace talks — so far unsuccessful — while urging his country to fight back. Putin, 69, insists Ukraine has historic ties to Russia and he is acting in the best security interests of his country.

Zelenskyy, 44, vowed not to bend. “Nobody is going to break us, we’re strong, we’re Ukrainians,“he told the European Unionin a speech in the early days of the fighting, adding, “Life will win over death. And light will win over darkness.”

source: people.com