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City Secret: Pop.See.Cul

July 20, 2014

Pia Hakko and Pelin Yasar are best friends turned bloggers and now turned designers. They have a visual diary on Instagram (which they humbly call their life) that is longingly and enviously followed by the hip set in Turkey. This duo has recently created one of Istanbul?s coolest t-shirt and sweatshirt brands: pop.see.cul, which began in London as an art and design blog. We caught up with these busy globetrotters...

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City Secrets: Shopi go

July 20, 2014

Shopi go is the Istanbul equivalent of Colette in Paris. What began as a website that brought international brands to the most stylish local closets is now a loft brimming with the likes of Carven, A Question Of, Opening Ceremony, Les Artistes, and Edun. This is a place where clothes, lifestyle products, and good music all mix. Shopi go is the Istanbul equivalent of Colette in Paris. What began as...

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Turkey: Our Favorite Beaches

May 22, 2014

Summer is filled with cool nights, fruity cocktails, refreshing dips in the water, and sand in your toes. Whether you choose to swim in the sea, have massages under the palm trees, or indulge in a long Phaeton ride, we have you covered. The coast of turkey offers a wide range of experiences. Here is a list of some of our favorites. Summer is filled with cool nights, fruity cocktails,...

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Grand Bazaar Shopping Guide

May 19, 2014

The Grand Bazaar is the heart of the Old City and the focal point of any trip to Istanbul. This labyrinth of 64 lanes has more than 2000 individual shops, many bursting with the best bohemian treasures. Check out some of our favorite places in the Bazaar and shop our latest finds from this ancient souk. The Grand Bazaar is the heart of the Old City and the focal point...

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Globetrotter | Luxury Shoppers

August 13, 2013

Turkish style stars Lian Kebudi and Ezgi Kiramer are bloggers, fashion consultants and personal shoppers. Their company, LuxuryShoppers.net, is the secret force behind many members of the international jet set. When it comes to shopping for themselves these ?it? girls favor exotic touches like kimonos and a mix and match take on designer ensembles. When you read what they have to say about style and shopping, it will be easy...

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The Finest Turkish Delight

August 10, 2013

The Istanbul EDITION Hotel is the latest player in Istanbul?s over-the-top hospitality scene. The brainchild of visionary hotelier and club impresario Ian Schrager and American hotel chain Marriott, this property is sure to become every trendy globetrotter's go-to spot. The Istanbul EDITION Hotel is the latest player in Istanbul?s over-the-top hospitality scene. The brainchild of visionary hotelier and club impresario Ian Schrager and American hotel chain Marriott, this property is sure...

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24 hrs in Istanbul with Devina Bhandari

May 21, 2013

L-atitude's Devina Bhandari shares her adventures in Istanbul. See these 9 unmissable spots in 24 hours! If you've only got 24 hours, here are 9 unmissable spots in Istanbul worth checking out. L-atitude's Devina Bhandari shares her adventures!        Best Place to Stay? The House Hotel. With 3 properties, self service apartments and a cafe- The House Hotel group promises luxury, comfort and a sanctuary to rest your tired...

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Behind the Label | Pinar and Deniz Yegin of Rumisu

February 01, 2013

Istanbul based sisters Deniz and Pinar Yegin turned their shared passion for illustration, design and handicraft into Rumisu, a product line of ethically manufactured design goods that give back to their community. Rumisu works with the United Nations Development Programme and create jobs and promotes sustainable economic growth for the women of the Mardin region in Istanbul. Istanbul based sisters Deniz and Pinar Yegin turned their shared passion for illustration,...

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Behind the Label | Kismet by Milka

December 18, 2012

Milka left behind her advertising career to pursue her passion in designing jewelry. Combining Istanbul's strong identity into her work, she weaved in the mysticism of the East with the sophistication of the West to create her signature line, "Kismet by Milka." Milka left behind her advertising career to pursue her passion in designing jewelry. Combining Istanbul's strong identity into her work, she weaved in the mysticism of the East...

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What To Wear There | Istanbul Street Style

October 22, 2012

Street style snaps of Istanbul?s most fashionable are a study in high-low mixing?these sartorial experts effortlessly combine Grand Bazaar baubles with their most-loved designer pieces. Whether they?re sporting a gold-studded jacket or a patchwork silk dress, they always manage to glam up their ensembles with just a single, special item. Street style snaps of Istanbul?s most fashionable are a study in high-low mixing?these sartorial experts effortlessly combine Grand Bazaar baubles...

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