Serra Türker is responsible for the most delectable hand bags around, by means of her ultra-luxurious, modern essentials line Misela.
Based out of Istanbul, Misela has the type of pieces that transcend the norm and imbed themselves into memories of late night strolls and summer sun-kissed afternoons. With the kind of flare and femininity every fashion it-girl loves, Misela counts Sienna Miller and Princess Beatrice as fans. It’s no wonder that Serra herself would also hold the keys to the ultimate must-see spots on the Bosphorus, where she has us dreaming of hammams and rose-infused Turkish delight.
Read on to discover the insider guide to Istanbul with Misela’s Serra Türker.
Essential items to pack?
Sneakers, cross-body bags, cashmere shawls.
The best time to visit Istanbul is…
Late spring, I’d suggest late April or May.
Our first pitstop should be…
Pera.
Soho House, Istanbul
Your favourite hotel to check-in at is…
Soho House Istanbul.
For an early morning workout head to…
Bosphorus for a run.
Where should we go for breakfast?
Hide Arnavutköy or Mangerie for the Bosphorus view.
How about for a long, lazy lunch?
Karaköy Lokantası or Delicatessen.
Çukurcuma street market
Your favourite restaurant in town?
Definitely Aman da Bravo.
And for dinner with friends?
Aheste.
The drink to order at the bar…
Spicy Margarita.
The best place for people watching…
Lucca.
The culture spot to rave about…
Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Area.
The best place to treat yourself is…
Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam.
Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam
Where can I go shopping?
Apart from Grandbazaar, I love the antique shops in Çukurcuma. A la Turca is my favourite place.
For the best views head to…
Ulus 29 or Uskumru.
A book to read before we go (or while you’re there)…
Istanbul: Memories and the City by Orhan Pamuk, or Istanbul: The Imperial City by John Freely.
For a change of pace try…
Ferry either along the Bosphorus or to the Princes Island.
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Souvenir to take home?
Evil Eye or Turkish coffee.
In a word, Istanbul is…
Any Questions or Tips to add?