Marina, the widow of the late fashion designer Valentin Yudashkin, has opened up about her daughter Galina, who now leads the fashion house, noting how closely she resembles her father. She shared these reflections on her YouTube channel, in a segment of the show titled “Fashion Podcast.”
When Marina talks with Galya, it feels as if she is speaking with Valentin himself. The two could echo the same thoughts in identical tones even when apart, as if they share a secret language. The memory of both figures has shaped how Marina responds to what Galina needs, and she admits she once felt anxious about both of them—worried about what they might say, or whether she had made a misstep. The bond between the generations is tangible, and the echo of the father’s approach seems to guide Galina’s leadership as well.
Nowadays, Marina has stepped back from actively steering the family’s inheritance or day-to-day operations. She notes that she only assists Galina when asked, choosing to reserve her energy after years spent managing the fashion house. Having entrusted the reins to Galina, she describes herself as weary from years of involvement yet satisfied to support in ways that Galina finds meaningful. The decision to pass the responsibility forward reflects a recognition of fresh leadership and a new chapter for the brand that carries Valentin Yudashkin’s name.
The fashion designer Valentin Yudashkin passed away on May 2, 2023, after a long illness. He had battled cancer for several years and was nearing his 60th birthday when death arrived. Following his passing, Galina Yudashkina stepped into the role of creative director, guiding the label with a hands-on vision shaped by the legacy and the modern fashion landscape. Her ascent marks a continuation of the house’s identity while inviting new ideas that align with contemporary tastes and markets in North America and beyond.
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