Liza Yurusheva, heiress of the metropolitan hotel empire, fell in love! Alexander Skichko's wife Elizaveta Yurusheva: “At home I am an ordinary woman who admires her husband Liza Yurusheva biography
The owner of the Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv and Riviera Boutique Hotel Elizaveta Yurusheva showed us her favorite things from her huge wardrobe, and also introduced us to her pets.
Elizaveta Yurusheva was educated as a journalist in Austria and economics in Ukraine, which, of course, gave her great opportunities for self-realization. Business acumen, purposeful character and love for fashion led the young girl to the fact that the beginning of her career in business was the opening of the Manhattan fashion boutique chain in Kyiv and Dnepropetrovsk.
Some time later, at the suggestion of her father Leonid Yurushev, Lisa began to engage in the family hotel business, with which her whole life is now closely connected. About the main principle in work, a business woman says this: “The main thing is not to fall in love with your business and not to treat it with enthusiasm, but to respect and see its economic and real sides, - such advice was once given to me by my father.”
Today, in addition to the work that takes most time, Elizabeth devotes time to traveling, shopping, as well as walking with her five-year-old son Danya and her two favorite dogs - Rafa and Chud.
“In general, since childhood I have loved big dogs - such as our Labrador Rafa. But, with the appearance in my life of this little one, whose name is Miracle, I fell in love with the little ones. By the way, it is very connected with her. interesting story. When my sister had a daughter, I started buying the baby an insane amount of clothes and all kinds of beautiful things. Since I myself have a son - he has a boyish and masculine wardrobe, and this is completely different. And I embodied all my fashion ideas in my niece. Therefore, they gave me a wonderful dog, with the words: "Let you also have your own girl, whom you can dress up." That's what I called her - Miracle. Now she really has her own wardrobe."
In addition, Lisa showed us her favorite things from her own wardrobe, which, by the way, any girl can envy.
SuitDolce & Gabbana
Because in weekdays my appearance due to work, a huge part of my wardrobe is occupied by clothes in business style. Personally, I don’t always like this style, so I try to dilute the classic look with some bright interesting details that help not to look boring, but at the same time it’s appropriate for meetings, negotiations, trips and so on.
I bought this suit in Sanahunt, I immediately liked it with its non-monochrome and slightly variegated colors. And when I tried it on, I immediately realized that it is what I need, because I rarely manage to find things in a classic style that would not be great for me and fit well.
The dressVictoriaBeckham
Victoria Beckham is my favorite brand that creates truly perfect dresses in terms of cut, style and style. color scheme. I have a lot of Beckham dresses, but most of them are medium length. I prefer short dresses like this, which has become my favorite due to the fact that it is very simple, but combined with various accessories can look elegant and sophisticated.
A bagChanel
I have a special story with Chanel bags - I have a lot of them, but every time when collectible models come out in different colors and variations, I can't resist and buy them. So it was with this one - it is yellow, sunny and, in combination with a python texture and sequins, looks very impressive.
This bag is like my favorite Laduree cake. Every time I pass a candy store, I can't resist buying a couple. Even if I don't eat them, I just buy them because they look beautiful in the windows, which are associated with dreams, beauty, and something incredibly beautiful.
EarringsJudithRipka
I believe that jewelry should really decorate, whether you wear it under a casual or evening look, they are designed to enhance and emphasize the image. Therefore, I don’t really like minimalism or low-key accessories, preferring bright Jewelry, decorated with sparkling stones.
This is exactly what Judith Ripka jewelry is. They are stylish, colorful, and add just the right amount of sparkle to any outfit, like these earrings, which I got as a gift recently, but have already become one of the most iconic in my jewelry collection.
SweaterDsquared
I love such unusual and memorable things that are very rare to find in designer collections. When I first saw this poodle - I just fell in love with him. But bad luck, in the Kiev Dsquared store they didn’t have my size. I had to go there literally every week, terrorizing the sellers with the question of whether the "poodle" in size XS appeared, and when it finally arrived, I immediately rushed to pick it up.
A bagJimmyChoo
This bag is one of my favorite accessories, firstly because it color pink- no matter how trite it may sound, but I, like a real girl, love pink, and secondly, it is decorated with stars, which are also my favorite symbol. I can't resist clothes, shoes or jewelry that have stars in their designs.
It happened with this bag - I bought it in Austria, where I was on a short business trip and did not plan shopping at all, but when I looked into one of the stores for a minute, I saw this thing that seemed to be looking right at me. And maybe she looks too bright and infantile, I love her very much for this feeling, which brings me back to childhood.
Text: Anna Oprya
The girl once again fell in love, and the correspondents of the Vzglyad newspaper know who conquered her. Andrey Supranonok, a young man from her social circle, became Lisa's chosen one.
We saw a couple in the early morning near a prestigious residential complex in Pechersk in Kyiv. They were just leaving the house. Lisa, Andrei and little Danya (Yurusheva's son from his first marriage) got into a black SUV and left. By the way, the girl was married to David Kenishofer, Mr. Austria, whom she met while studying abroad, she brought him to Ukraine and employed him. David still works as an accommodations manager at one of his ex-father-in-law's hotels.
Information about her new novel was confirmed by Yurusheva herself in social networks. She put the status "in a relationship" and indicated that Andrei is her boyfriend. How did we manage to find out, Mr. Supranonok - CEO investment banking company Jaspen Capital Partners, which concludes complex international deals. Note that the banker long time worked in the UK. He has a master's degree from one of the London educational institutions. At public events, the couple has not yet been seen together, but they do not hide their relationship.
Born in 1946 in Donetsk. Included in the list of the richest people in Ukraine with a fortune of a billion dollars.
He owns respectable hotels in the capital: Fairmont 5* on Poshtova Square, InterContinental 5* on Mikhailovskaya Square, boutique hotel Riviera on Podol 4* and Alfavito 4*. Married, two daughters - Anastasia and Elizabeth.
Recall that Liza Yurusheva is the youngest daughter of the Donetsk billionaire Leonid Yurushev, who is included in the rating of the richest people in Ukraine. Focus magazine last year estimated his fortune at $ 1,027 billion. Leonid Leonidovich owns respectable hotels in the capital: Fairmont 5 * on Postal Square, InterContinental 5 * on Mikhailovskaya Square, Riviera on Podol boutique hotel 4 * and Alfavito 4 * not far from DK "Ukraine".
The father entrusted the management of his objects to the children. Anastasia runs the InterContinental hotel, and Liza is the head of Fairmont and Riviera on Podol. Also, one of her projects is the fashionable Vogue Cafе, the opening of which was attended by the world-famous stripper Dita Von Teese and socialite Ksenia Sobchak.
According to our information, Elizabeth likes to visit the SPA-salon in her five-star hotel. She is a frequenter of parties and social events.
By the way, recently Lisa got a job for ex-director Ani Lorak - Sergey Perman, who left the singer with a scandal. As Vzglyad wrote, husband Murat and manager Sergey had a fight with Carolina at her birthday party. Note that an unpleasant incident occurred at the hotel at Yurusheva Jr.
Elizaveta Yurusheva, Manager of Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv, Riviera Boutique Hotel and Founder charitable foundation“We take the future together”, a mother of two children, talks about how to be a mother-friend for your child, about the main teacher in your life, the features of conducting family business and women who inspire.
On childhood, stereotypes and attitudes towards luxury
I don’t know how my parents did it, but I realized that I was from a very wealthy family at the age of 17. Probably because I grew up abroad. I had no idea that I was allowed everything and I was privileged. I lived in Vienna, traveled by subway, from the age of 14 I worked at Ukrainian International Airlines. My first salary of 500 euros seemed unrealistic! Where did this desire to earn from an early age come from? For example, to buy a Lois Vuitton bag. There was no cult of luxury in the family. Apparently, this is an innate desire to have brands, to wear beautiful clothes. The history of the beginning of work at UIA is quite amusing. My mother's friend worked as a chief accountant in an Austrian office. I was told that I have a pleasant voice, so I decided to try myself in a call center. All day I said the same phrase: “Ukraine International Airlines, how can I help you? Yes OK". P-i-p, and everything turned off. In general, I realized that this is not mine.
About the advantages of education abroad
I studied at a regular Austrian school, then transferred to England for two years, then continued my studies at an international school. I changed educational establishments to be fluent in languages, because foreign languages you can't learn until you live in the atmosphere. She chose the profession of a journalist herself. I love to write very much. It brings me pleasure. But getting an economic education was a need. When I realized that I needed to study economics, I thought that I could not cope. But it turned out that being an economist is very interesting. Only when I became a mother, I understood my mother, who wept bitterly, sending me to study abroad. But on the other hand, I gained independence that I would not have received at home. From the age of 12 I flew alone on planes, I knew all the flights, how not to be late, how to be organized. I would like my children to gain the independence that England gave me. Yes, it's hard to be away from children, but then it will be easier for them in life.
About returning to Ukraine
It was my father's decision. He offered me to do a project in Ukraine - to open a chain of Manhattan stores. My refusal, to be honest, was not even negotiable. He spent his whole life building a business. But calling me heiress or successor is perhaps loud. I like that he educates me. He trusts me, but I take responsibility for the risks and build my own team.
About the principles of raising children
The phrase "you must" never sounded in our house. We saw how much parents work, how much they give us. They opened all doors for us! And I understand that I can't do it any other way. I want to give my children the same opportunities and the same childhood experiences as my parents. This requires a lot of work. But children should not understand at a young age what is rich and what is not. Childhood has nothing to do with materiality. When I had children, I simply did not recognize my parents: “Children can do anything! Don't touch the children! You don't know anything!" For them, grandchildren are sacred. I'm stricter about the regime: tennis, violin, ballet ... Dani's son has a clear program, and he must follow it. I try to be a friend for my child, I want there to be no topics that he would be embarrassed to talk to me about. We cannot protect our children from all temptations. Danny can say bad word and ask what it means. And I explain to him that it is allowed to speak only from 18. And that's it, he does not return to this anymore. And bans only kindle the desire to do something in defiance.
On work/life balance and guilt
We have a nanny, my mother helps me, but I try to be with the children to the maximum. I have an internal conflict, because with Danya I sat at home for a year and a half, went to work twice a week. With my daughter, everything is different: I went to work on the 10th day after her birth. And I want to catch up a little. The baby always sleeps with me. And I feed her at night. With the advent of children, I began to get up earlier - at 5.45-6.00. So I have an hour before the moment when the children wake up. Then Danya gets up, I take him to school, go to work. When I come home, I obey my children. They want to collect Lego - we collect, they want to dance - we dance. I made my choice, I want to be with children and work. Therefore, when I need, I have an hour in the morning, and when everyone goes to bed, I can do my own thing.
All mothers have feelings of guilt. I grew up with a mom who stayed at home. We didn't have a housekeeper and she did everything herself. Therefore, I can not say that she had a lot of time to play with us. Later I realized: you can just sit and look at the child or spend quality time with him. Danya says: “And my mother and I did this, and that, and that.” For my son, the concept of "mother" is associated with positive. I am strict, but he knows that we will definitely go somewhere, watch a movie, do something together. I fill his life with emotions. Therefore, you need to find an activity with your child that will not strain after work and will allow you to spend time productively. I can play with my son on the computer or go for a walk with the children and the dog. Loud music helps a lot. I turn it on on the way home from work and go home on such a rise that the children are surprised. The most important thing is to fill yourself with positive emotions.
About husband
My husband and I do not live together, he is a foreigner and he is raising our son in a different mentality. We are brought up in such a way that we are not obliged to our parents, but are grateful. They, in Austria, the child should be happy. But the question arises, how does a child know what happiness is? I often asked my mother why I should go to the violin, why I need to read. And my mother, a teacher of Russian language and literature, made me read. Now I am grateful to her. I can support any conversation, because then I sat down and read.
The image of the ideal mother of the 21st century
An ideal mother (whether she works or stays at home) should love her children. And almost every mom is perfect. But perfection is never achieved, we will all say at some point that we should have concentrated on something else. I believe that when we come into this world, something is already in us. It's not all about upbringing.
What the children have taught
Children opened the world for me from a new side. Adults are the same children, only without the dream of becoming adults. I still enjoy all of this. Going to Disneyland or playing something is a real pleasure. Lego, by the way, cool calms the nerves. I reviewed all the cartoons, now I perceive them completely differently. And when I read to Dana " little prince”, whom I love since childhood, then burst into tears. This is such a deep book, and without the children, I would not have read it a second time. Children fill me with positivity. Once Danya asks: "What's the problem?" I explain to him, and he: "So what, do it like this." Or, for example, I'm nervous, and then the phone rings. The son says: "Mom, turn it on silent." As adults, we constantly overthink ourselves.
About the features of running a family business
I consider my father to be my main mentor. Everything I know and how I work, he taught me. At first I was engaged in hotels, completing the construction of Intercontinental and Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv. Now I have big project- a plant for the production of laminate and MDF coatings, which is not a woman's business at all. But I do it, and quite successfully. At work, my father is very strict, he brings me up as a partner, as a person, as a subordinate. Sometimes we quarrel at work, but he is the foundation for me. And the team. Nothing without her. I have many ideas, projects, I want to develop in many areas, but a person will never be able to do this alone. Therefore, you need to select a team, listen to its opinion. I love promoting new people. I believe in ambition.
How to make decisions in a crisis
I am a crisis manager. I feel the moment when everything will go down sharply. The most important thing is to “leave the party on time”. in our holding great importance has a reputation. If you don't succeed the first time, it's never too late to try the second. Especially since everything is cyclical. What was fashionable and profitable five years ago will become the same after some time.
About the dream media project
5 key events in life
1, 2. Birth of children.
3 . When I first saw that my dad was proud of me. He will never admit it, but I saw it. When he gave me the task to build the Intercontinental, I saw that he felt confidence in me. I heard him say: "Lisa can do it." It's so nice when my father consults with me. I don't try to live up to all other people's expectations, but when my father is proud of me, it's wow.
4. The moment when Danya said to me: "Mom, I love you, you are the best for me." I fluttered with happiness.
5. When I graduated and realized that everything is now the real world.
About life principles
I have a very developed sense of justice and responsibility. I am a man of my word. If I said, then I will do it. But in my heart I remained a naive and cheerful girl who believes in miracles. I consider this a great advantage in our time. I was disappointed by people, but I still believe in the best. Perhaps kindness can be regarded as a minus in the work. But I take people by treating them well, and decent people there will be no thought to let you down. I am very happy man because I do what I think is right.
About business leaders who inspire
Anna Wintour fascinates me. I could not be the same - not the same character. I've read a lot about her and I don't believe she's as robotic as everyone says. To spend half an hour with this woman, I would give a lot. She is a female brand. In one magazine there was a photograph of her from the back, but you immediately understand that this is it.
About publicity
It is very difficult for my PR people, because I am alone at work, and my personal life is my decision. But I listen if they tell me that I need to go somewhere, even if I'm tired. It’s not that I don’t like parties, but rather, I perceive them as a production necessity. Events are good, but since I have very little time, I can’t just stand around and talk. I want to children. I even gave up shopping because it takes a lot of time. I buy everything online when the kids are sleeping. In general, there are a lot of “needs, but I leave the “wants” aside.
on the owner of the Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv, Elizaveta Yurusheva.
The couple started dating in 2015, but, according to Alexander, candy-bouquet period Have them with beloved lasts until now. Skichko admitted how he proposed to the future bride.
It happened during the couple's vacation in Dubai. They had dinner at the Armani/Hashi restaurant and watched the famous dancing fountains. When the song started Whitney Houston I Will Always Love You, Alexander offered his hand and heart to Elizabeth and presented her with a four-carat diamond ring. By the way, the wedding ring was created by a private jeweler, and Skichko chose the stone for him himself, especially for this, having understood the intricacies of the purity and color of diamonds.
The bride's engagement ring was also made to order. Around its perimeter, round white diamonds, also made to order, shine. As for the groom's ring, Alexander chose a model from the LOVE Cartier collection.
The guests invited to the wedding of Alexander and Elizabeth received invitations in the form of a boarding pass for the plane that took them from Kiev to Tbilisi.
boarding pass invitation
There are about 50 guests in total. A lot of greenery, flowers, raw wood were used to decorate the holiday. The celebration took place on the terrace of the Rooms Hotel at the foot of Kazbek in the Georgian village of Stepantsminda.
To celebrate the wedding, Elizabeth prepared three outfits. For painting - laconic bustier dress Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche.
For the solemn ceremony and the traditional Georgian pass under the sabers - a dress of the Romanian brand Ersa Atelier, which was additionally decorated with embroidery by the craftswoman of the atelier of the Ukrainian designer Artem Klimchuk, and for evening dances - a dress of the Israeli brand Berta Bridal. Shoes - classic Gianvito Rossi stiletto sandals.
In addition to the engagement and wedding rings, the bride chose the Mrs pendant by Jennifer Meyer from the jewelry.
AT music program Celebrations were announced by Monatik and Max Barsky, as well as Georgian folk dances. For the first dance, the newlyweds chose the song “People” by the Boombox group, which, as the lovers admitted, means a lot to them.
Recall, Alexander with Elizaveta Yurusheva in Georgia.