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Bangkok Bienali’nden notlarım
Kumaşlar yalnızca tekstil için mi? Tabii ki hayır! Nasıl giyinerek tarzını yansıtıyorsan, sanatçılar da kumaşlarla kendi dünyalarını ifade ediyor. Bugünkü yazım, size ilham vermek için geliyor! Şu an Bangkok’tayım ve tek başıma bienali geziyorum. Gözlerim rengarenk eserlerin üzerinde, her detayı dikkatle inceliyorum. Sanatçıların kullandığı şekilleri ve renkleri anlamaya çalışırken, düşüncelerim beni bambaşka yerlere götürüyor. Eserleri yorumluyor, kendi dünyamı onların diliyle yeniden yaratıyorum. Elime bu malzemeler geçse neler yapardım, bir sonraki koleksiyonuma nasıl ilham alırım diye notlar alıyorum. Fotoğraflar çekiyorum. Evet, buradan kesinlikle bir şey çıkarırım. Topladığım fikirlerle Sri Lanka’ya dönüyorum şimdi. Bu yazı da yolculuğum sırasında sana ulaşıyor. Ben yeni koleksiyonlar üzerinde çalışırken belki sen de mevcut koleksiyonlarımızı incelersin! Umarım onları, aynı tutkuyla yarattığım gibi, sen de tutkuyla keşfedersin.x Roksan
Learn moreMah Roc x Saving Home
Dear Friends, We want to tell you a very special story; A story that inspired us to create this collection! The hero of our story is a friend of ours who will make you smile when you hear his name: Gufi. Exactly seven years ago, we added Gufi, who was abandoned on the streets and in urgent need of a home, to our family. From the first day, he became the source of joy in our home. Gufi's life story reinforced the love and responsibility we feel for our homeless friends today. Colorful fabrics from Palazzo Fabric reflect Gufi's energy. While creating this special collection, we thought of everyone who touched Gufi's life. We decided to donate some of the sales of this collection, with which we have an emotional bond, to Kurtaran Ev, which lends a helping hand to our friends in need like Gufi. Because we know that there are thousands of animals like Gufi in need of love and protection in our country. By purchasing this special collection, you can support Kurtaran Ev and touch the life of an animal. Each purchase will help one of our friends find a safer home. We thank you!
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The ancient city of Ephesus
Hi! Today I am reaching you from Selçuk. I'm here for a residency program. I can say that it is a working and sharing program for reading and writing in places we have determined. I will share it in more detail in the coming weeks, but E fes The things that caught my eye while visiting the Ancient City made me feel that we somehow reflected a place I had never been to before in our designs, so I would like to briefly explain why this place impressed me. Ephesus The Ancient City is not known as a city built specifically by women, according to legends and findings. B.C. In stories dating back to the 6th century I actually knew that there were many different stories and legends about the founding and early history of Ephesus . However, there are mythological stories or legends about warrior women communities such as Amazon women, and the legends depict the strength and warrior spirit of these women in the founding of this place. As I enter and walk, the motifs impress me. As I progress, a simple flower pattern turns into huge structures, as if the continuous development of an embroidery. It feels good for me to see the motifs I love so much here and to reflect a history. I enjoy the moment as I walk rather than the history of this place. I recommend you to first experience what you feel in the places you visit.
Learn moreFast fashion brands doing greenwashing...
Hi!! I'm Principle! As we mentioned last week, this week we are examining greenwashing examples together. Let's see how much truth the fast fashion brands you may or may not have heard of actually tell, how innocent they are.
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What is this GREENWASHING?!?
"One of the biggest factors behind why companies try to look like this even though they are not is to attract the attention of consumers who are aware of the impact of the fashion industry on the world. In fact, in a way, they present themselves as "greener and more innocent..."
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Trip to Bali!
If you are thinking of organizing a trip to Bali, we can recommend that your primary stop should be Ubud. The things you cannot ignore when you set foot in Ubud are the smell of the city, the happiness of the people, and the frangipanis decorating the places... One of the eye-catching traditions of the Balinese, "canang", meaning making a vow, adorns the sidewalks with flowers accompanied by incense every morning. With these small offerings that can be seen in front of every house, people start the day by expressing gratitude and wishing, and the incense in the canang and this atmosphere create the general scent of the city. While walking through the side streets leading to the center of Ubud, you may notice the magnificent doors of the houses. Behind these doors, which give the feeling of opening to another dimension, you are likely to see "Ganesha", one of the most well-known representations of God in Hinduism. The reason why the doors are so magnificent is that they represent the sacred transition between the spiritual world and the physical world. This may be the reason why you constantly feel like you are passing through another world while walking on the streets. The most popular gate in Bali is the "Gate of Heaven Lempuyang Temple". We have to say that you have to wait in line for hours for this door, which you may have seen a lot on social media. If you are not that keen on taking photos, you may want to think twice about wasting your time here. It wouldn't be right to say that Ubud offers serenity and tranquility while offering other experiences, the city traffic is full of scooters and quite chaotic, but we are sure that once you integrate into this chaos, you will find yourself watching the incredible nature on the side of the roads in a very short time, also Bali is a very safe city It is also worth noting that . People and tourists have found a way to live in harmony and we can say that it is an environment where you will definitely feel very safe. One of the sacred places that you may come across frequently on social media, but which you should definitely see in Ubud, is the "Tirta Empul Temple", that is, the holy water temple. Although you are likely to encounter a long queue, you can experience a traditional worship experience at the water temple. You don't have to do yoga to feel the spiritual ambience of the city, but you can have a wonderful experience by choosing a class of your choice at "Alchemy Yoga Center" for a single lesson fee. Afterwards, you can have a delicious lunch with a variety of vegan options at the cafe of the same name, located right across the studio. If you are interested in having a different experience and going on an inner journey, you can attend the "Ancient Sound Healing" session and experience sound meditation at "Pyramids of Chi", which opens the way to take you to another dimension with all its details. If you are one of those who say waterside is a must, we recommend you spend a few days in Canggu, located in the south of Bali. You can sense a more multicultural atmosphere here, unlike the traditional texture of Ubud. Also, it is not difficult to distinguish who is here to surf while walking on the street :) You can enjoy the ocean by taking wave surfing lessons and have the opportunity to relax on the beaches. To give a brief suggestion about traveling to Bali, you can spend more time in Ubud to explore traditional experiences and nearby tourist areas, and use the seaside areas to slow down, relax and have fun. Whatever experiences you choose, we can guarantee that you will have a completely different experience by feeling the liberating positive atmosphere of Bali :)
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POLYESTER: A good friend or a bad enemy?
Do you know what you're wearing? Come on, if you don't know, let's take a short journey with you! Let's see and get to know what this polyester is. Everything started with an atom... Anyway, let's not go back that far. Briefly, the production journey of polyester is as follows: after the oil is extracted from the earth, it is transported to the refineries through large pipes. There it is broken down into small molecules by exposure to heat, high pressure, solvents and catalysts. After several chemical processes, PET (polyethylene terephthalate) is formed. Let's also make a note here: PET is also the type of plastic used in the production of plastic bottles). So are we wearing plastic bottles then? Not exactly, but it is possible to recycle plastic bottles into polyester and produce our clothes, and it is a process implemented in the industry. Anyway, let's continue on our way. The liquid substance resulting from the formation of PET through the polymerization process is turned into plastic particles. To make polyester fibers, these particles are melted and go through several processes. These fibers are converted into polyester yarn, It is wound on reels and is now ready to be woven into fabric. Afterwards, we see polyester in the clothes we wear, the accessories and home products we use and in many other places. When you look at the label of your clothing, you can see how much polyester is used in your clothing. Generally, what we wear is not 100 percent polyester; It is used by mixing it with natural fibers such as wool, linen and cotton. One thinks, "If it is so intertwined with us, then it is better." Let's add the result from a report here. Polyester is the most used fiber type in the world. It constitutes half of this market and 80 percent of synthetic fibers, which is a really large proportion when we look at it. Of course, it is not in vain that polyester is frequently used in the clothes we wear because it has many advantages, but we cannot ignore the damage it causes to the environment and living things. Let's briefly talk about the bright and dark sides of polyester here, and let you decide whether it is good or bad. The story of polyester began in the 1900s, and its use in textiles increased in the 1950s. They called it a "miracle fabric" in the 1970s because it could be worn for 65 days without ironing. That's the case now too, because polyester is wrinkle resistant. In addition, it is light, dries quickly, can be shaped easily, takes color more easily than natural fibers (e.g. cotton), is stain-resistant and can be easily cleaned, and is not affected by organisms such as fungus and mold. It is not for nothing that brands prefer it; of course, one of the most important reasons for their preference is that it is economical and can be obtained more easily compared to natural fibers. Let's look at polyester from the dark side. Polyester is a synthetic fiber produced from petroleum, a non-renewable resource, and is not naturally biodegradable. A large amount of energy is used for the production of polyester, and billions of kg of CO2 are released during its production. According to analysis, the amount of water used in its production is less than natural fibers, but its water polluting properties are considerable. When you wash your polyester clothes at home, a large amount of plastic microfiber is released into the water. As a result of washing textile products around the world, an amount of microplastic equivalent to approximately 50 billion plastic bottles enters the oceans annually. This pollution affects not only life in water, but also the air we breathe, the lives of animals, us and other living things. We are more or less familiar with polyester. Now let's think together, is polyester good or bad? Marking it as good or bad may not be a fair result without comparing it with other synthetic and natural fibers. As with everything else, polyester has its advantages and disadvantages together. But at least we are now aware of where the clothes we wear come from and their impact, polyester is no longer a stranger to us. Best regards Principle
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What is Minimalism? LIVING MINIMALISTLY in the consumption frenzy!
The philosophy of minimalism is simply “less consumption, more peace”. How possible is it to consume less in an age where everything is consumed like crazy? It's as if we are constantly whispering in our ears, "Take this and that..." So, is this what really makes us happy, do all the products we buy really make us happy? Maybe the solution is to be content with less, how about we get to know minimalist living a little more closely? We can get rid of both moral and spiritual confusion, at least a little, by choosing simpler and more functional products that can truly benefit us. This way, our focus is only on the necessary things. So what can you do for a minimalist life? These are possible with small steps. You can buy less. When you realize something you don't need, say "Enough!" Learn to keep saying. You can divide your clothes into categories, depending on the season, color or environment. This way, you can realize what you actually need and don't need. Try getting rid of things you don't need. So how can you do this? You can try asking yourself these few questions: How often do I use this item? What is the importance of this item to me, what effect does its absence or presence have on my life? How much will I need this product in the future? Look how much lighter you feel when you start living a minimalist life. After getting rid of the excesses (material and spiritual), people say "Ohh!!" How nice is the relief of saying this. xx Principle Pioneer
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Our donations go to Turkey...
There is no easy way to alleviate our pain as a society in this period we are going through. We are in a time when we need to be more collective, perhaps with similar thoughts. Since the first day we started, our language has always been based on being more united, our values have been based on sharing the stories of everyone who walks the same path with us, being inspired and being inspired. You never left us alone during the 3 years we supported the women's production network in Sri Lanka. Many of you made purchases by adding extra donations to the bags you purchased. So glad to have you! From now on, it's time to turn our donations to our roots. From now on, our plans will be towards touching the lives of more people and finding different ways to help each other. Our lands have hosted different cultures, conflicts, wars and reconciliations, and we have no doubt that they will continue to do so. We know that there is no way to describe the pain we experienced. There is no way to describe being left alone. There is no compensation for losses. It is our duty to think well, move forward with dedication, take precautions, and ensure the sustainability of what we can. We will continue to donate a portion of the income from each bag sold to the NGOs we have chosen on a monthly basis and at the end of the month. We see how important solidarity is in this process and thank everyone who contributed. We will continue to share our plans over time.
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Information we need to remind ourselves of in 2023
We are nothing but our past. Yes. I have a problem. That is to bring what someone else posted to its best state. Not just to be trendy. Because it has a story, because we have to... Our aim is; So that the bags we design bring us together, so that pretentious words do not express what we want to say.
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Sustainable Fashion Kitchen
To be much more in touch with nature, to understand nature, not to harm it, and perhaps to realize that the damage we do to it is the damage we do to ourselves. Therefore, it is clear that it is necessary to end our fight with nature and to act with the awareness that every action we take against it will be rewarded for good and bad.
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Travels with Mini : Georgia with Berna!
What is the priority of your destination while traveling? Is it visa-free, convenient, or a whole new culture? Berna gathered these criteria and prepared a guide for you. The currency here is not the euro. This country left over from the Soviet Union, especially Tbilisi, is a combination of the new and the old. TBILISI : In which region do you stay? Old Tbilisi Rustaveli Avenue soloki where stay? - I highly recommend Fabrika, one of the best hostels in the world. Where eat? Breakfast / Lunch :Kikliko, Entrée, BakeryCafe, Stamba Evening: Shavi Lomi, Keto and Kote, Lolita, Fabrika Cafe, Liiteria Nightlife: Mutant, RadioLeft, BankSmall, Moves Museum / Art trip: Palace, Fotografia, MOMA, Tbilisi Botanical Garden Weekend getaway KAZBEGI: The ski resort is close to Gudauri and is the mountain to go for trekking. A sweet town surrounded by mountains, located 10 kilometers from Russia. See where? View of the Design Hotel Rooms. Kazbegi Gergeti Church road. Don't forget to enjoy nature by going from Tbilisi to Kazbegi in about 3 hours on a single lane road that offers many bends but extremely beautiful views.
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