THE BADDIES BEHIND BALKANISH
Danica (Serbian-Canadian) and Maria (Romanian-Canadian) met in university and recognized each other immediately.
At home, it was Serbian and Romanian. At school, English. One world was rakija, Slava, and loud family tables. The other was hockey on the TV, Tim Hortons runs, and fitting in.
Somewhere between those two lives, something started to fade — not the culture, but the way to express it. Nothing out there actually spoke to the diaspora experience. Most "Balkan" merch felt generic. Surface-level. Missing the nuance.
So they built what they couldn't find — starting by hand. Literally. Every design is hand-drawn and graphically designed from the heart, blending authentic Balkan diaspora culture with modern style. We're obsessed with quality, originality, and cultural pride.
limted edition fan gear
Danica & Maria’s Monthly Picks
Merak Smiley Face Balkan Tumbler
Balkan State Of Mind Glossy Phone Case
Serbian Tajkić Pint Glass
Serbia ❤️ Canada Baby Bodysuit
Limited Edition Zmajevi Idemo Flag
Limited Edition Vatreni Women’s Crop Tank Top
Official Sarmale Tester Men's Shirt
Romanian-American Heart Hardcover Notebook
Free shipping
All orders over $200 USD+ receive free shipping (CA & USA only).
10 balkan languages
Shop Albanian, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Kosovar, Macedonian, Montenegrin, Romanian, Serbian, and Slovenian styles.
Worldwide Shipping
We serve the global diaspora and we ship to North America, Europe, and Australia.
Flexible payment
We offer over 10 payment options for your convenience, including Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay, & more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you ship?
Where do you ship?
Diaspora is everywhere — and so are we. We proudly ship worldwide to bring a piece of home wherever you are.
Shipping costs and delivery times vary depending on your location, and you’ll always receive tracking details as soon as your order is on the way so you can follow it every step of the journey.
For a full list of countries we ship to, check the footer or visit our shipping policy.
When will my order be processed and shipped?
When will my order be processed and shipped?
We don’t mass-produce — we make each piece when you order it. That’s how we keep everything original, intentional, and made for the diaspora.
Your order will typically be processed within 2–7 business days. Once it’s on its way, most deliveries arrive within 5–10 business days, depending on your location.
Good things take a little time — especially the ones that actually mean something.
For full details, check out our shipping policy here.
What's your refund policy?
What's your refund policy?
We stand behind every order — and if something’s not right, we’ll make it right.
Because all of our items are made to order, we offer replacements or refunds in the following cases:
• Defective items: if your item arrives damaged, misprinted, or with a manufacturing issue
• Incorrect items : if you receive something different from what you ordered
If this happens, just reach out to us within 14 days of delivery with a photo, and we will take care of it quickly.
Since each piece is made just for you, we’re unable to offer returns or exchanges for sizing or change-of-mind — so we recommend taking a quick moment to review your size, color, and item details before placing your order.
Not sure about sizing? We’re always happy to help — just reach out to our team at info@balkanish.com before ordering.
You can view our full refund policy here.
What payment methods do you accept?
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major cards and digital wallets: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, PayPal, Shop Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Bancontact, and iDEAL. All payments are processed securely. Digital wallets may appear only on supported devices/browsers and in eligible regions.
What if I have other questions?
What if I have other questions?
If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to reach out! Just email us at info@balkanish.com, and we’ll be happy to assist you.












