Born in the Netherlands to Turkish parents, Nermin graduated with a degree in Conceptual Fashion Design from The Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam. After graduation, she landed a position at Vivienne Westwood’s London atelier.

Following her time with Westwood, Nermin’s passion for sustainability and timeless design led her to a successful career on Savile Row, working for renowned brands like Huntsman & Sons. This return to tailoring felt like a homecoming, echoing her childhood surrounded by her father’s bespoke garments she took much interest in.

Her bilingual and multicultural upbringing, coupled with a natural curiosity, has seen her live in Amsterdam, Milan, and London. These diverse experiences have shaped her resourcefulness, ambition, and tenacity. She navigates different cultures and connects with people from all walks of life with grace and ease, fostering in-depth understanding and inspiring her unique creative solutions.

With 16 years of expertise in design, tailoring, creative direction, and art direction, she brings passion and a keen eye for contemporary menswear and concept development with a dedication to sustainable practices. Nermin champions conscious and durable lifestyle products. Her focus lies in crafting key wardrobe staples and accessories, as showcased in her portfolio and projects.

Resourceful, innovative, and driven by a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, she designs sustainable solutions tailored to individual needs and lifestyles. A skilled storyteller with a wealth of knowledge in material sourcing, technology, the arts, and travel, she possesses a natural ability to connect with diverse individuals in any part of the world.

A relentless innovator, she inspires others to embrace resourcefulness, venture beyond the familiar, and create authentic, sustainable, and groundbreaking design solutions. Her design philosophy, ‘Creating Future Heritage,’ empowers client companies to elevate their brands while safeguarding their heritage and identity, leaving a positive impact on the world.

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