We are proud to announce that Svitlana Zakharova, internationally celebrated lyric soprano and composer of original music for fashion shows, has been officially nominated for the Fashion Star Awards in the prestigious category of Best Fashion Icon.
“A voice that walks the runway and soars through sacred arches”
Svitlana Zakharova is a Ukrainian-born singer whose voice bridges the elegance of classical music and the pulse of contemporary fashion. A lyric soprano with a striking emotional presence, she breathes new life into the works of Purcell, Vivaldi, Handel, Mozart, and Verdi. Her approach is not fusion — it is transformation: a graceful revival of timeless beauty, reimagined for the 21st century.
Her fashion journey began with Miss Donbas Open 2011 and has since flourished onto international stages, with live performances for: Miss National France 2025, Milan Fashion Week 2024, Paris Fashion Week 2024 & 2025,Paris Fashion Days 2025, Odessa Fashion Week 2019–2023, Miss Plus Size, Miss 4 Season, Noble Ball in Cannes and now for You at — Monaco Fashion Days 2025
“Music and fashion, for me, are two sides of the same sensitive soul — and together, they tell stories that singing only can express.”
Since 2019, she has composed original electronic music tailored specifically for runway shows, often in collaboration with AKEL and designer Zarina Semenyuk. Her sonic creations become the soul of the collection, turning each catwalk into a multisensory performance.
Since 2023, Svitlana has also been a soloist at the Cathedral of Saint Siffrein in Carpentras, performing sacred concert repertoire alongside organist Jacques Rey. Together, they bring classical programs to life across Provence, offering spiritual and emotional depth in France’s most exquisite venues.
Her artistic journey also includes New York, where she studied and performed at Circle in the Square Theatre, immersing herself in the world of Broadway and jazz. Today, she brings that versatility to the stage as a soloist with the Bacchus Big Band in the Drôme region, gracefully blending the lyricism of her voice with the energy of jazz.
“My mission is to spread love and beauty through my voice and the music I create. I believe that generosity and art can change the world — and multiply love.”
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