Behind the Label | Serra Turker of Misela

October 22, 2012

Istanbul-based label Misela is an ultra-versatile accessories line that offers a variety of bags for any occasion, whether it?s a laid-back Sunday brunch or a black-tie night on the town. Founder Serra Turker?a RISD grad?fuses her Turkish heritage with her top-notch design skills to craft sleek clutches composed of the lushest fabrics, such as velvet, python, and leather. Istanbul-based label Misela is an ultra-versatile accessories line that offers a variety...

Behind the Label | Laura Siegel

October 21, 2012

Parsons grad Laura Siegel is continually impressing industry mavens with her global approach to design?standouts from her namesake accessories collection include fringed iPad cases, hand knit infinity scarves, and bold statement necklaces. Straddling the line between tribal and boho, her one-of-a-kind wares have recently been showcased in Vogue Italia and Elle Canada. Parsons grad Laura Siegel is continually impressing industry mavens with her global approach to design?standouts from her namesake...

Behind the Label | Atelier 55

October 16, 2012

Our latest offering is Turkish boutique Atelier 55. This beloved Istanbul shop beautifully masters the high-low mix by stocking locally sourced wares alongside luxe designer goods (think towering Vivienne Westwood heels, fur-trimmed Halston sandals, and kitten-embroidered Charlotte Olympia flats). Our latest offering is Turkish boutique Atelier 55. This beloved Istanbul shop beautifully masters the high-low mix by stocking locally sourced wares alongside luxe designer goods (think towering Vivienne Westwood boots,...

Behind the Label | Haremlique

October 10, 2012

If you happen to be looking for the finest bespoke towels for your yacht, a trousseau sheet set for a privileged bride, unique patterns in toile or just the finest peshtemal towels form Turkey, you will be happy to here Istanbul?s premier linen brand Haremlique has everything you could want and more. If you happen to be looking for the finest bespoke towels for your yacht, a trousseau sheet set...

ISTANBUL'74

October 10, 2012

Craving an insider’s look into Istanbul’s renowned cultural scene? Look no further than ISTANBUL ’74, an initiative founded in 2009 with the aim of highlighting Istanbul’s many artistic offerings and enhancing its place as a cultural center.

Craving an insider’s look into Istanbul’s renowned cultural scene? Look no further than ISTANBUL ’74, an initiative founded in 2009 with the aim of highlighting Istanbul’s many artistic offerings and enhancing its place as a cultural center. Spearheaded by husband-and-wife team Demet Müftüoglu-Eseli and Alphan Eseli, who’s backgrounds in art direction, film production and fashion help them expertly curate a variety of exhibitions in Turkey and around the globe.  While...

Globetrotter | Natalya Rovner

September 18, 2012

Russian-born Natalya Rovner hasn?t always had a closet stocked with the latest exotic finds; she grew up in Moscow under the Communist regime and only owned one pair of jeans until she turned 17. As the co-owner of New York-based fashion company LuxCartel, she aims to introduce American designers to foreign markets and vice versa. Natalya is constantly striving to redefine style, skewing the definition more towards one-of-a-kind pieces rather...

Behind the Label | Andraab

September 18, 2012

Every design has a tale to tell, like the eloquence of a poet, or the ferocity of nature; Andraab strives to bring the rarest of the rare to their handcrafted cashmere pieces. Their designs hold human emotions in every stitch. Every design has a tale to tell, like the eloquence of a poet, or the ferocity of nature; Andraab strives to bring the rarest of the rare to their handcrafted...

Behind the Label | Nomadic Thread Society

September 13, 2012

Nomadic Thread Society is the brainchild of style guru and jetsetter extraordinaire Nicole Gulotta, who used her jaunts to far-flung locales such as Capri, Vieques, Montauk, and Tulum as fodder for her line of perfectly patterned scarves. Nomadic Thread Society is the brainchild of style guru and jetsetter extraordinaire Nicole Gulotta, who used her jaunts to far-flung locales such as Capri, Vieques, Montauk, and Tulum as fodder for her line...

Behind the Label | Live Worldly

September 11, 2012

Live Worldly celebrates the wonders of Global designs through their handpicked products. These unique and inspiring pieces take us on a journey from the beaches of Rio to the bazaars of India. Live Worldly strives to share a collective human spirit and believes in the power of a more connected, global community. Live Worldly celebrates the wonders of Global designs through their handpicked products. These unique and inspiring pieces take...

Behind the Label | Imports from Marrakesh

September 11, 2012

Imports from Marrakesh is any would-be jetsetter?s dream; the brand?s brightly patterned pillows, metallic leather poufs, and silver-hued hammam bowls instantly upgrade your space from basic to bold and are now only a click away. These North African exports add just the right touch of exotic to create a swoonworthy room. Imports from Marrakesh is any would-be jetsetter?s dream; the brand?s brightly patterned pillows, metallic leather poufs, and silver-hued hammam...