In a world where even fine jewellery and high-end items tend to be mass-produced, it’s refreshing to come across visionary luxury Turkish brands that raise the bar and differ from the norm. Two great examples are Bee Goddess and Kismet by Milka.
These Turkish jewellery brands have gained global recognition and are now favoured by Hollywood stars and A-listers. The timeless pieces in Bee Goddess and Kismet by Milka reflect the designers’ commitment to quality, style, and craftsmanship. Each piece has a story to tell and redefines what it means to wear and own an item of true artistry.
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Bee Goddess
Beyonce, Kate Winslet, Rhianna, and Reece Witherspoon are just some of the leading ladies who have been spotted wearing Bee Goddess, so you may already be familiar with the brand.
Founded by the talented diamond jeweller Ece Şirin in 2008, Bee Goddess redefines exquisite jewellery by offering beautifully intricate pieces inspired by sacred symbols, mythology, and ancient goddesses.
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Şirin’s pieces are more than just jewellery; they are talismans that tell a unique and fascinating tale to inspire, enlighten, and protect. From the Bee Goddess’s stunning Apple Seed Collection, featuring a five-pointed star resembling the core of an apple, which is known as a symbol of knowledge and renewal, to her Honey Collection, inspired by the distinctive hexagonal shape of honeycomb, each item is beautifully jewel-encrusted and designed to be cherished and adored.
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Şirin has won multiple awards for Bee Goddess, including the 2015 Telegraph “Visionary Designer of the Year” and the 2022 Elle Style Award for “Fashion Visionary of the Year.” This has helped cement the brand’s stand on the global fashion scene and ensure Bee Goddess is one of the world’s most innovative and distinctive luxury jewellery brands. Bee Goddess now has many boutiques in Istanbul, London, and Berlin. It also has outlets at Hillside Beach Club in Fethiye, Yalikavak Marina, Vogue Supreme Hotel, and Mandarin Oriental Resort in Bodrum. The brand boasts more than 900 different, beautifully crafted designs, all tailored from gold, platinum, and silver, with most featuring diamonds and precious gems, so if you are interested in viewing the collections, CONTACT US so we can add a stop at one of the boutiques the itinerary while cruising the Turkish coast.
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Kismet by Milka
Another shining star on the fine Turkish jewellery scene is Kismet by Milka.
This innovative Turkish brand was founded in 2009 by Milka Karaağaçlı Ince. She left a successful commercial career to follow her dream and produced edgy yet elegant contemporary jewellery aimed at those who appreciate street culture, the unique, and the unconventional.
Kismet by Milka’s designs blend finely crafted gold, precious stones, and diamonds, yet they stand out due to their creative, playful use of symbols and unexpected aesthetics.
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Rhianna, Madonna, and Beyonce all wear Kismet by Milka; it was the first Turkish brand to be featured in Harvey Nichols. You can now find Kismet by Milka boutiques in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Bodrum, Mykonos, Dubai, Bahrain, and London – to name a few locations. These thoughtful, fearless designs resonate with independent women and the fashion-forward. If you would like us to organise a stop at one of the Kismet by Milka boutiques in Alacati, Izmir, Yalikavak Marina, Antalya, or Istanbul, just LET US KNOW.
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The Global Appeal of Luxury Turkish Brands
Kismet by Milka and Bee Goddess are just a couple of the Turkish luxury brands that are helping to highlight Turkiye’s innovative fashion and jewellery designers and artisans. You now find luxury Turkish brands highlighted in many high-end shopping malls worldwide, and you will see some of the best Turkish jewellers, homeware, and fashion labels spotlighted at Yalkiavak Marina or in Istanbul.
If you need a spot of retail therapy and want pointers on where to go, or if you would like us to arrange a guided shopping trip while you are cruising the coast, please CONTACT US.
