Burc Akyol

Burc Akyol celebrates exceptionally made clothing, from exceptional fabrics for exceptional moments. Akyol is a French couturier of Turkish descent. As a child, he was introduced to the craft by his father, a tailor. After graduating from l’Institut Français de la Mode in Paris in 2007 and working for several French Maisons, including Christian Dior and Balenciaga, Akyol launched his eponymous label in 2019. Inspired by people he meets, places he travels to, his own mixed heritage and traditional Haute Couture, Akyol focuses on elevated essentials of the wardrobe, with revealing details and black satin framings. In October 2022, Akyol won the prestigious Fashion Trust Arabia Prize 2022.