Are designer brands cheaper in Istanbul?

Compared to other countries, Istanbul offers luxury products at relatively cheaper prices even for original products that are being imported from outside, because consuming index in Istanbul is high thus, all deals happen to be done with cheaper prices than other countries.

Is designer shopping cheaper in Turkey?

Branded clothes are cheaper. Buying designer clothes in Turkey is a bit risky. It is no secret that Turkey is famous for the production and sale fakes of the world’s best fashion brands. Clothes, bags, watches, shoes, etc. These knock-offs are of different quality.

Does Turkey have designer stores?

Turkey’s first fashion brand, Vakko, opened a separate boutique under the name V2K Designers as a multi-brand showroom. Here you’ll be able to find some of the world’s most creative designers from Alexander Wang to Peter Som, as well the best Turkish designers such as Hussein Chalayan.

Is Taksim Square good for shopping?

There are many shopping places around Taksim Square besides shopping malls. Among these, we can mention Istiklal Street, Galata and Karakoy as well. For example, Serdar-i Ekrem Street, near Galata Tower, is one of the popular shopping streets of recent times.

Where can I buy fake designer clothes in Istanbul?

Istanbul is a hub for quality fake clothes. One of the best places to find all your fake luxury items is Cadircilar Caddesi, a street to the west of the Grand Bazaar and where copyright laws take a backseat to low low prices.

Which brands are available in Istanbul?

In the chic part, you will find all the biggest luxury brands: Louboutin, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Dior, Gucci, Rolex, Prada, Tom Ford, Chanel, etc. They are mainly located on Abdi İpekçi Street (this is one of the streets with the highest retail rents in Istanbul).

Are there luxury brands in Turkey?

Here you will find luxury brands: Chanel, Hermès, Jimmy Choo, Dior, Louis Vuitton, and some restaurants including Armani Café, Gigi, and Masa.

Are Fakes illegal in Turkey?

“In Turkey crimes of counterfeiting are only prosecuted if someone denounces a certain seller or producer. There still is a reluctance to invest in the legal infrastructure, in lawyers and inspectors. Some brands even tolerate knockoffs as a means to raise brand awareness.”

Where can I buy luxury brands in Istanbul?

Istanbul’s Top Luxury Fashion Stores

• Beymen. When Turkey’s prime luxury department store Beymen opened a 10,000-square meter space in Zorlu Center (Istanbul’s most upscale shopping center) the fashion conscious rushed to its doors.
• Dilek Hanif.
• Arzu Kaprol.
• Fey.
• Gönül Paksoy.