Shopping in Istanbul
Yeşim Yemni / February 02, 2012
Aida Pekin’s Funky Puzzle Rings For MoMA
Istanbul-based designer Aida Pekin’s has created two special Puzzle Rings for the Destination: Istanbul project at the MoMA (Modern Museum of Art New York) shop. The Puzzle Rings are made of plexiglass and come in two pieces which fit Read More »
Will Washburn / January 11, 2012
Nar Gourmet in İstinyePark
For years, the company Nar Gourmet has been providing customers with a wide range of deluxe olive oils, vinegars, and other natural Turkish-produced products, available both online (at www.nargourmet.com) and at şarküteris and other deluxe food Read More »
Will Washburn / December 28, 2011
The Grand Bazaar Istanbul from Assouline Press
The Grand Bazaar Istanbul, published this year by Assouline Press, is a lavish collection of photos and text about Istanbul’s famous centuries-old covered market, with text by Serdar Gülgün (a well-known Ottoman art expert and Read More »
Talya Arditi / December 21, 2011
New Gift-worthy Collection at Dört Mevsim
Turkish homeware brand Dört Mevsim - known for its natural products and simply elegant designs - has introduced a new collection featuring rumisu brand shawls, Pınar Hekimoğlu’s jewelry pieces, and Dört Mevsim’s feather-like Read More »
Pelin Kılıç / December 13, 2011
Vakko Suadiye is Looking a Lot Like Christmas
Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year. Even though it is actually a religious holiday, it is now celebrated globally, regardless of religion or geographical location, although to a lesser extent in non-Christian countries like Turkey. Read More »
Yeşim Yemni / November 30, 2011
Ayurveda for the Hair
Aveda haircare, skincare, and beauty products are now available at upscale beauty salons in Istanbul. Aveda was founded in 1978 by a hairdresser who was inspired by Ayurveda, the Indian system of traditional medicine whose name also means longevity. Read More »
Elif Kayaardı / November 22, 2011
Nishmark.com: Your Online Boutique Stationery Store
What keeps you motivated at work or at school? If the answer is “notebooks and pens,” then you should know about Nishmark.com.
Nishmark.com is a website where you can find your favorite stationery products, from stylish pens to Read More »
Talya Arditi / November 17, 2011
The Guide Istanbul Turns 20
We just turned 20 this month, and we’re celebrating with a special issue that brings you the best of Istanbul once again.
Our special November/December issue celebrates all that is unique about Istanbul and features articles by Kadir Read More »
Will Washburn / October 26, 2011
Rebul Kolonya
Rebul Kolonya – a cologne first sold in Beyoğlu’s historic Rebul Pharmacy, founded in 1895 – is now offering two new fragrances to consumers: Rebul Mandarine and Rebul Lime. These two new varieties come as alternatives to the Read More »
Talya Arditi / October 04, 2011
Design Shopping Goes Online
If you’re too lazy to get into the chaos of shopping at the Grand Bazaar, you now have another option for design shopping. Owned by Turkish jewelry designer Özlem Tuna, the Zerre Design Store website sells the designs of Özlem Read More »
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