About me

Ana Varava

A head of FCG, is a highly accomplished global professional with more than 18 years diverse expertise In fashion and media business, cultural diplomacy and brands building.

Welcome to Fashion Consulting Group, where fashion, media and cultural diplomacy intersect with business innovation. We are a global consulting agency specializing in elevating brands, transforming businesses, and bringing cultural gaps through strategic expertise and creative solutions.

Founded by me, Ana Varava, a global fashion and media business expert, and cultural diplomat with over 18 years of international experience. As the former Editor-in-Chief and head of L’Officiel Ukraine fashion magazine for 14 years, a person who realised a launch of L’Officiel in Austria, and facilitated and consulted a launch and establishment of ELLE in Uzbekistan, expert in several ministerial programmes and intercultural initiatives, who organised and led dozens of projects worldwide, I lead them to success by blending strategic vision with creative leadership, spearheading international collaborations, and driving impactful impactful projects.

With a foundation of three Master’s degrees – including Practical Psychology, International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy, and Imagemaking – I bring a multidisciplinary approach to every project. My education spans prestigious institutions such as the Istituto Marangoni (Milan and London), St Martin’s College of Art, Fashion Institute of Technology (NYC), and the Institute of Cultural Diplomacy (Berlin), with certifications in Fashion Styling, Marketing & PR, and Fashion Business.

Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated with global luxury brands, like Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton etc, as well as emerging designers and startups worldwide. My work has connected fashion with culture, sustainability, and technology, creating meaningful impact and long-lasting value for clients.

Fashion Consulting Group offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique needs of the fashion, media, and cultural industries.

Our Mission

At Fashion Consulting Group, we are dedicated to empowering brands and businesses to achieve their full potential. Whether you’re launching a new venture, reimagining an established brand, or exploring cultural diplomacy opportunities, we provide the tools, strategies, and insights to bring your vision to life.

What We Do

Fashion Business Consulting
We analyse your business, identify opportunities, and create customised marketing, PR, and sales strategies. From crafting a unique DNA to implementing cutting-edge technologies, with a group of professionals, will guide your brand to success.
Media Business Consulting
With expertise in launching and managing media ventures globally, we provide full-cycle support, including market analysis, monetisation strategies, and team development.
Fashion Tech Consulting
As an expert at Ukrainian Startup Fund, and having more than 18 years of experience in the fashion industry from different angles, we help fashion tech startups develop their innovative ideas, to satisfy the demands of rapidly developing industry, and tailor solutions for a certain market or globally.
Branding (Corporate and Personal)
We help individuals and companies craft powerful identities that resonate with their audience, reflect their core values, and correspond to their goals.
Cultural and Fashion Diplomacy
Leveraging fashion as a cultural bridge, we consult on organising events, panels, and exhibitions that foster international collaboration and promote global visibility.

Interested in working together?