FIT Future of Fashion 2024

Timeless Threads: Bridging Turkish Tradition with Modern Design

Two looks: Red pleather jacket with paisley drawstring pant. Sheer gathered dress with detachable train.

Red pleather jacket with paisley drawstring pant. Sheer gathered dress with detachable train.

Sheer floor-length dress with detachable striped, puff-waist detail.

Details of striped puff-waist, which is Kutnu Fabric from Gaziantep region in Turkiye.

Back of the sheer full-length dress, with ties detail. Sheer organza dress has stripe details on the back with different ties options.

Sheer organza dress has stripe details on the back with different tie options. It is adjustable.

Three-piece look includes red bodysuit, red pleather jacket, and paisley pant.

Red pleather jacket with red, deep V-neck bodysuit. The jacket has paisley-printed binding detail.

Back view of look. Turkish paisley-printed drawstring pant with red adjustable stripes details.

Turkish paisley-printed drawstring pant with red adjustable stripes details.

I modernized traditional Turkish garments, which are usually worn only during celebrations, to show they can be part of everyday fashion. Inspired by harem pants and using natural fabrics like cotton, linen, and Gaziantep’s Kutnu silk, I aimed to reflect my culture. All fabrics were sourced from Turkey, making this project a true representation of 100% Turkish design and heritage.

Credits

Photographer: Muge Hasan
Model: Nehir Bayiker, Emine Karagoz

Emine Karagoz

Emine Karagoz

Istanbul, Turkey

Sportswear

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