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The Slavic Girl’s Handbook is a satirical zine exploring stereotypes of Slavic girls and women, based on how they are perceived in society. Inspired by the appropriation of Slavic culture and aesthetics on the internet, particularly the trending “Slavic Doll” aesthetic on TikTok and Instagram (#slavicdoll #slaviccore), the zine acts as a guide or handbook showing all the supposed features of a Slavic girl from fashion choices to lifestyle to relationships, family and men. 

 

Designed as collage spreads reflecting a glossy “magazine” feel, suggesting the glamour promoted by the Slavic Girl stereotype, the zine aims to reclaim femininity, while satirising stereotypes attached to Slavic women and form conversations with members of the Slavic community

 

Featured in the UAL Society of the Slavic Arts exhibition, Reimagining Slavic Identities, the original first edition evolved as a continued zine series educating on Slavic culture and while also speaking to the intended audience of Slavic girls and women.

 

The editions out so far include:

 

  • Vol. 1 - The Slavic Girl's Handbook (this product)
  • Vol. 2 - The Cultural History of the Slavic Woman
  • Vol. 3 - Slavic Countries
  • Vol. 4 - Slavic Women in Conversation

The Slavic Girl's Handbook Vol. 1

SKU: 217537123517253
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  • This is a fully designed zine spread. Order your copy and I'll have it printed and bound for you.

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