The Ukrainian-Italian talent has followed a compelling path — including her presence in the modeling industry — now increasingly recognisable for her distinct visual identity and spanning media work.
By L’Officiel Monaco
Clothes: ACTE; Shoes: Yves Saint Laurent
Vladyslava has appeared at both Paris and Milan Fashion Weeks, securing her place within the European fashion scene. She has closely collaborated with Italian fashion publications, contributing to editorials produced at a high industry standard and published across respected platforms.
She entered the fashion industry at a young age and later expanded her presence into screen projects — including a music video in her teens and participation in a Netflix realityformat production. She is currently securing new agreements and moving into creative production, taking a more active role in the projects she joins.
Clothes: Kristina Fidelskaya; Shoes: Victoria Beckham
Interesting fact: from professional ballroom dancing, modeling to eventually pursuing a second degree in AI and Art she combines diverse intellectual pursuits with a truly sense of elegance. Her outlook is grounded in tradition while remaining forward-thinking — a balance that defines both her character and her ambitions.
“I am committed to changing things” .Seeking greater wisdom, learning from people and drawing insight from every experience. She believes that progress must be intentional, guided by discernment and responsibility for it.
Clothes: Kristina Fidelskaya; Shoes: Magda Butrym
Vladyslava, your background is truly multifaceted — from being a ballroom dance champion to becoming an international model and media personality. What do you consider to be the most defining moment in your career that shaped you into the person you are today?
There wasn’t just one defining moment — and I think that’s what makes my journey so meaningful. For me, that moment arrives again and again. Every new experience, every stage, every conversation shapes me a little more. I grow with each day — not only as a professional, but as a woman. I’ve learned that transformation is continuous. I’ve always been deeply inspired by people — their stories, their strength, their energy. And music has been my constant companion; it reminds me why I move, create, and express myself. What truly defines me is not a single achievement, but the evolution itself. I believe that the most beautiful moments of my career are still ahead of me. I feel aligned, I feel guided, and I know I’m on the right path. Both the light and the difficult chapters motivate me equally — the good gives me gratitude, and the challenges give me depth.
You have walked the runways of both Paris and Milan Fashion Weeks and appeared in Italian fashion editorials. What has been the most thrilling experience for you on the fashion stage, and what advice would you give to aspiring models looking to break into the international fashion scene?
Walking in Paris and Milan was truly exciting for me but at the same time, modeling was never something I strategically pursued as a career goal. It came into my life organically, and I’m grateful for the incredible experience it gave me. What I value the most are the relationships I built along the way — designers, stylists, creative directors, and entire professional teams who became not just colleagues, but friends. Even years later, I continue to be invited to projects and shows, which means a lot to me. And who knows — perhaps one day I will make a significant leap specifically as a top model. My advice is simple: you must genuinely love what you do. Without passion, there is no meaning — and in fashion especially, authenticity is everything.
Clothes: ACTE; Shoes: Yves Saint Laurent
Your educational background is quite impressive — a degree in Finance alongside one in Artificial Intelligence and Art & Design. How do you integrate your academic knowledge into your creative projects, particularly those involving AI-driven design concepts?
AI is truly something I feel deeply connected to. In many ways, it feels like my soul had been waiting for this technological era. I constantly study and explore this field, and choosing to formally educate myself in it was a very intentional decision. My practice happens every single day. I personally work on all of my visual content and photography, and that is the most immediate way I integrate AI tools into my creative process. But this is only the beginning. I am already developing larger projects that combine AI-driven design with conceptual depth, and I’m incredibly excited about how profoundly this technology will influence creative industries — and our world — over time.
You’ve lived in Monaco for many years and are now embarking on a new chapter in the Middle East. How has living in different cultures influenced your perspective and creative work? Do you think your international experience adds a unique touch to your projects?
I always knew I would live in different countries. I have a deep inner drive to see, to understand, to experience everything I possibly can. Being immersed in different cultures expands not only perspective, but sensitivity. I see the world in a broader way — aware of how much beauty, complexity, and depth still remain undiscovered. There are so many remarkable and inspiring people across the world, and every new environment teaches me something subtle but powerful. I could never imagine limiting myself to one city. My soul is designed to absorb emotions, ideas, conversations, atmospheres — to live fully and consciously. All of this shapes who I am today. My projects carry the influence of experience, communication, travel, and diverse interests. And yes, I believe that international exposure naturally brings a unique dimension to everything I create.
Clothes: ACTE; Shoes: Phoebe Philo
We understand that you are moving into creative production and taking a more active role in shaping the projects you join. Could you tell us more about this new direction in your career? What excites you most about stepping into a more proactive role?
This new direction feels very natural to me. I’m driven by progress, by learning something new, and — I admit — I enjoy a healthy sense of competition. Many of the products and initiatives I’m working on are connected to AI startups and forward- thinking creative concepts. Some are still in the research and analytical phase, where strategy and long-term positioning are essential. Others are already in active development. What excites me most is the combination of innovation and responsibility — building something rather than simply representing it. I genuinely enjoy what I’m doing — that’s what gives this new chapter its real energy.
There’s a Los Angeles–based collaboration in development — a strategic expansion into a new market. While the details are confidential, can you share your vision for this new venture? How do you see it contributing to your broader international platform and career goals?
This collaboration feels, in many ways, like a return to a childhood dream — one of those visions you carry quietly within you for years. I’ve always believed that dreams don’t disappear; they wait for the right moment. And now it feels as though this one is catching up with me — and I’m not resisting it. In life, I think it’s important to try, to step forward, and to accept opportunities with gratitude. Nothing happens by accident. Even though the details remain confidential, I see this venture as a powerful expansion of my international platform — both strategically and personally. It will undoubtedly influence my career in a significant way, but and that makes me genuinely, deeply happy.
Clothes & Hat: Kristina Fidelskaya; Shoes: Victoria Beckham
Credits:
Photograph: Roman Labasta @romanlabasta
Model: Vladyslava Bannid @vladabannid
Stylist: Sofiya Rozovskaya @sofiyarozovskaya
Hair: Osama Kazak @samahairstylist
Video: Jasmina Alieva @im_jasminaa
Producer: Valentina Gurova @valentinagurova
Head of PR Aliyans Media Group @pr_aliyans & Cory Couture Productions @corycoutureproductions
Brands:
ACTE @acte.brand
Kristina Fidelskaya @kristinafidelskaya
Shoes:
Magda Butrym @magdabutrym
Victoria Beckham @victoriabeckham
Phoebe Philo @phoebephilo
Yves Saint Laurent @ysl