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The Canvas NYC와 협력하여 패션 외교를 위해
New York, NY — November 12, 2025 — Fashion Diplomacy, an evening celebrating how fashion transcends borders and unites cultures through creativity, took place at the iconic Turkish House in New York City. Presented by Columba New York 와 협력하여 The Canvas NYC and supported by the Consulate General of Türkiye in New York, the event brought together over 200 distinguished guests from the worlds of fashion, diplomacy, and culture.
The showcase featured a curated selection of Turkish ready-to-wear and jewelry brands, including ILVI, SAINT ONES, CLIMBER BC, MIRIMALIST, KOZAN BY MELIS KOZAN, MALEJ, CANAN YOLAC STAMBOUL, and ESPALA – representing the diverse faces, craftsmanship, and creativity of Türkiye’s vibrant fashion scene.
“Türkiye is a colorful country that cannot be limited to a single aesthetic or category,” shared Irem Kara. “This event celebrates the richness and range of Turkish design while building bridges between the two nations through fashion.”
As a proud promoter of Turkish fashion, Columba New York has organized over thirty major events in the last five years to strengthen commercial and cultural ties between Türkiye and the United States. Beyond fashion, the organization has showcased Turkish excellence in apparel, leather, home textiles, fabrics, footwear, and manufacturing, connecting more than 5,000 professionals from both countries.
Through trade shows, curated showcases, and business matchmaking, Columba New York continues to help Turkish brands identify the right retailers in the U.S. market and create long-term partnerships.
Both organizations share a mission to foster cultural exchange through sustainable and creative fashion initiatives. The event offered an evening filled with style, culture, music, fine food, cocktails, and meaningful networking among designers, diplomats, and industry leaders.
Columba New York is dedicated to promoting Türkiye — we believe deeply in its craftsmanship, quality, and design capability,” said Sercan Daniel Kara. “Turkish brands have strong roots and an undeniable creative voice. Our goal is to amplify that in the U.S. market and beyond.”
Honored guests included Mr. Mustafa Gültepe, President of TİM and İHKİB. Ms. Emine Yıldız, Deputy Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye in New York Kemal Yüksektepe, Spouse of the UN Representative of Türkiye. Marilyn Tammsaar, Spouse of the Permanent Representative of Estonia.
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Founded in New York, Columba New York is an organization dedicated to promoting Turkish fashion, textiles, and design across North and Latin America. Through trade shows, cultural collaborations, and strategic partnerships, Columba NY builds bridges between Türkiye’s creative industries and the global market.
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The Canvas is a global retail and cultural platform showcasing sustainable and socially impactful brands from around the world. Its mission is to use 패션 as a tool for positive change and international collaboration.
