Apparel Illustration: Alkonost

Graphic illustration for an apparel & accessories brand that draws inspiration from Slavic culture and mythology.

The Alkonost is a mythical creature with the body of a bird and the head of a woman that can entice people with its charming voice and appearance.

It takes its name from Alycone, the daughter of Aeolus in Greek mythology. As a punishment from the gods, Alycone was transformed into a bird.

Many Slavic folktales speak of the unforgettably powerful and seductive music that resonates from the mouth of an Alkonost.

It is said that when people hear these sounds, they are unable to feel happiness in the same way ever again.