Angelina, Istanbul

27, Mother of two
Trouser suit: The Kooples T-shirt: Dolce & Gabbana Shoes: Bottega Veneta
"Turkish designers become more and more interesting. And here in Istanbul they also have a great opportunity to sell their designs.”
Nihan, Istanbul

23, Engineer
Top & skirt Zara Sneakers Vintage
“The people here are crazy about fashion blogs. And they really inspire me too. Istanbul is international.”
Sinan, Istanbul

26, director
Jacket Zara Trousers Levi's Shoes Hotic Sunglasses Toms
“Istanbul attracts the creative people from all over Turkey. It’s international here, and people are open to new ideas.”
Neslihan, Istanbul

35, shoe designer
Jacket Vintage Top Zara Shoes Nike Sunglasses Dior
“As a shoe designer I can really turn my ideas into reality here in Istanbul. Local craftsmen here turn my designs into actual shoes.”
Nüvit, Istanbul
 58, businessman
Cardigan Hugo Boss Shirt Acne Trousers Gap Shoes Camper Sunglasses Vintage
"Istanbul is paradise!"
Esra, Istanbul

31, actress
Dress Morine Comte Marant Shoes Handmade by a cobbler
"I love the chaos in Istanbul. And as a Kurd I can also express myself freely here.”
Simge, Istanbul

23, ceramics student
Jacket H&M Trousers Tophsop Sunglasses Urban Outfitters
“I like to wear crazy fashion. You can find enough of that here in Istanbul and no one gives you funny looks.”
Güven, Istanbul

29, interior designer
Jacket Hugo Boss Shirt Massimo Dutti Trousers David Nmana Belt & shoes Prada
“Istanbul is exciting for young architects because the city is booming and there’s something new to discover every day!”
Busra, Istanbul

30, fashion designer
Bluse Maison Scotch Rock Homemade Sneakres New Balance Tasche Givenchy“Live and let live! If you have crazy ideas, then Istanbul is the place for you.”
Zeynep, Istanbul

20, designer
Outfit Taksim Vintage Sneakers Nike Air Max Earrings Hello Kitty
“The ocean, a big city, friends – Istanbul is a cool place to hang out.”
Gökce, Istanbul

16, Pupil
Jacket: Mango Skirt: School Uniform Sneakers: Converse Scarf: Sister Cap: from a friend
»Wir sind die verlorene Jugend: Marihuana, Hasch und Zigaretten. Peace, Love and Happiness!«
Ulas, Istanbul

29, Shop-owner
Shirt & Jacket: Star, from Japan Pants: Iceman Shoes: Coup de Foudre Necklace: from Japan
»We are always under pressure here. I love the fact that there is a real rush hour. And the people are helpful and friendly – and a little bit crazy«
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