Natali spent over a decade in Milan working in design, innovation, and sustainable production. There, she gained deep experience in modern craftsmanship, materials, and responsible supply chains.
Yet even in the heart of Italian fashion, she felt drawn back to what mattered most — the traditional Macedonian crochet techniques her grandmother had taught her. She returned home with a clear purpose: to protect this heritage and bring it into a modern, global context.
YOVA was born from that vision — to unite old knowledge with new ideas.
Olivera studied and worked in London, building a career with international clients in brand strategy, customer relationships, and marketing. With over 15 years of experience, she brought the structure, clarity, and voice that allowed Natali’s creative vision to grow into a real brand.
Together, they built YOVA as both a business and a community.