Get to know me
My name is Yoana Valerieva. I am 22 years old. For me it's important people to show and express themselves, without hesitation. What better way than style? What will people say is a question we have been asking ourselves for far too long. It's time for us to stop. Like most teenagers, I have been a target of ridicule. I was trying to be original and different. I was creative and experimented a lot. Sometimes it worked, other times it didn't. I have been embarrassed by harsh words and motivated by compliments. I let other people's opinions rule my style. Everyone is different and unique. I loved the idea of an accessory that can be the perfect finish to any outfit and at the same time can carry your whole style and character. Favorite song, hobby, book, color, historical period, zodiac sign, everything can be there - on your head. That's why I try to put part of the person's soul, presence and style into the hats I customize. Accessory created for you, expressing your individuality, can't be unnoticed (literally). And why are we afraid to stand out?
How did it all start?
Without even realizing it... My best friend encouraged me and told me that I don't need to buy a hat, I can make it even more beautiful myself. When I didn't believe in myself, she was the one who believed in me, and I dare say this page wouldn't exist now if it wasn't for her. I take this moment to thank her . So, I bought three hats, decorated them, then photographed them and decided to brag on social media. They took it because they liked it and were sold even before I decided that I would sell. My mother supported me completely. To this day, she helps me make and decorate hats, teaches me things I don't know how to do, and often corrects my mistakes. I was supported by many friends as well as unknown cool people. Every customer along the way is responsible for results today. Thank you all. Sincerely and heartily.
Behind every idea there must be a concept that is built on values, because otherwise one quickly forgets where one started from and loses the identity of one's work. I strive for the following:
Gifts in support of small businesses in Bulgaria
Bulgarian creators and producers must be a strong community that has one common goal, namely the development of Bulgarian business. Not the other way around. I strive that the Mad Hatter does not suffer from envy, doubt and competition. I want to support Bulgarian handicrafts, manufacturers and people in need. I think we should rejoice in people's success because it is not at the expense of our own. Everything depends entirely on us, and if something does not go our way, it is not the fault of the one to whom things turn out.
That's why with every hat, the gifts I send you are in support of Bulgarian producers, brands, handicrafts and people in need. I will describe where your gift was purchased and who we helped. Surprises are different because they will be bought by different people.
To nature with love
Very often, the choices you make to help nature turn out to be better, more economical and time-saving even for yourself. If everyone does what they can and just a little more, the results will be enormous. All it takes is just a little discipline and awareness. However, the first thing you can do to help nature is not to harm it.
I myself, in my daily life, strive to take these small but necessary steps towards warming my relationship with nature. That's why the packaging your hats arrive in is 100% recycled paper.
NEW! Hat storage dust bags protect your accessories from dust, stains and drift (you can use them for everything). They are sewn from old, defective or unusable fabrics, with the idea of giving them a "second chance". But how else would buying this dust bag be beneficial?
With one anti-dust bag, you plant six trees, through the initiative of GORATA.BG . Can you imagine how much that is? Every person should plant at least one tree in their lifetime, and you will plant a total of six. I can't wait to become part of their volunteer group. It would be great if you could join!