The Sweetest Touch

A true meeting place of the East and the West, Istanbul is a metropolis with a history that dates back to 5500 BC. Once the capital of both Roman and Byzantine Empires, the City is essentially cosmopolitan. So in today's world Istanbul is also a place where modernity meets history.

When I was shopping at Bagdat Ave,
I noticed that
window of the famous Turkish fashion brand displays
anecdote from Le Figaro:
''Istanbul, nouvelle destination mode''

Historically the City has craved its European glamour. When we come to today it's clearly seen that 'luxe' has come back 80 years after the new republic took place the splendor of the sultans'.

Although the luxury fashion in Istanbul today is like a staircase with a long upward spiral, Istanbul still offers at least as much as, if not more, in the way of fashionable and stylish shopping choices. Quickly gaining a positive reputation for its fashion industry, the City is also seeing global brands expanding with their own stores almost day by day.

For example; the City has come so far so fast with the designer stores from Adidas through Escada, Gucci, Lacoste, MaxMara and Tod's. There is an even Alexander McQueen stores -Oh..I am crazy about its shoes!. British companies have also spotted Istanbul's fashion potential, department store chain Harvey Nichols opened a store in one of the City's upscale malls two years ago.

Recently early-bird Louis Vuitton joined by its global way in Istanbul with the opening of a new store. Fashion's legendary brand Louis Vuitton has opened the first store here in 1996.

This season LV comes with stunning collection of pared down elegance takes centrestage. Vuitton's designer Marc Jacobs sent models down the runway in Istanbul-inspired milinery:)


Now check out these new lovely shoes in Louis Vuitton's Spring Summer 2008 Collection: Istanbul Pump. Aren't they gorgeous?

We need to know more in details about Louis Vuitton's new pink stiletto called 'Istanbul pump':


Smooth grained leather, pointed toe, patchwork montage on vamp with multifaceted rhinestone embellishments, dangling beads, patent leather band, and pave crystals. Features smooth grained leather lining and padded insole, leather sole with rubber heel pad, 10.5cm / 4.5'' leather covered stiletto heel. Its price $1,440 -if it does not hurt you;)



Above stiletto is also Istanbul pump in different lovely colors. As seen, richly embellished with asymmetrical details, including a patent bow, embroidered satin and jewel pendats, in baby goat leather. Price: £730 -worth bo buy:) For other views and more models, the store where you can buy them, fast search LV.

Now lets take a break from shoes... Louis Vuitton also offers a wide range of handbags in theme of Istanbul called as Pochette Bosphore, Bosphore Backpack, Trolley 50 Bosphore... Prices change £345 to £1,120.

Following is Pochette Bosphore. This light and practical clutch in Monogram canvas evokes the Straight of the Bosphorus:) It's adjustable shoulder strap and a zipper pocket. Size: 10.2'' X 10.2'' Available at £345 -the cheapest one:)



It's the final word on what to wear in this season. So buy yourself a pair of Istanbul shoes either from Louis Vuitton Collection or Manolo Blahnik Collection -you'd better to combine with handbag, as women are not considered to complete without handbags:), and start planning to gallivant about the streets in the true spirit of summer:)

Istanbul gets ready for a fashionable future.

What about you?