With THE CORE, IFCO places the creative diversity of Türkiye's fashion industry in the spotlight. For this SS27 edition, the established design platform has been completely reimagined. Replacing the traditional exhibition stand concept, visitors are welcomed by a curated fashion installation at the entrance of the fair, showcasing design, craftsmanship and innovation in an new format.
Under the theme "ROOTED FORMS, SS27", 20 renowned designers interpret organic shapes, weathered surfaces, mineral textures and the resilience of nature through expressive total looks. Participating designers include Belma Özdemir, Emre Erdemoğlu, Erkan Demiroğlu, Bianco e Nero, TAGG, Gökhanyavaş, Hatice Gökçe, Meltem Özbek, Mert Erkan, Niyazi Erdoğan, Özlem Erkan, Sudietuz, Tuba Ergin and Y PLUS by Yakup.
THE CORE is complemented by a Trends Area, curated by the Istanbul Fashion Academy, highlighting key trends for the Spring/Summer 2027 season, and a dedicated B2B Area connecting designers, brands, buyers, and manufacturers.
Focus on > TAGG, Y PLUS, Sudi̇etuz and Gökhanyavaş
TAGG
Designer: Gökay Gündoğdu
@taggfashion
TAGG is a contemporary womenswear brand founded by designer Gökay Gündoğdu in Istanbul. Rooted in modern elegance, TAGG explores the balance between timeless silhouettes and subtle, design-led details. With a focus on craftsmanship, texture, and fit, TAGG creates garments that transition seamlessly between seasons and moments, offering a modern wardrobe built to last. The brand is defined by refined tailoring, elevated fabrics, and a quiet confidence that does not rely on trends, but on enduring style.
Y PLUS
Designer: Yakup Bicer
@yplusofficial
Y PLUS collection carries different patterns and aims to change the perception of the style with sophisticated, avant-garde and comfortable unexpected layerings defining the “new cool” regardless of gender. Designer Yakup Bicer chose the superheroes of his land and roots as the inspiration. He wanted to share the story of these heroes, with a new generation of young people who closely follow fashion. Biçer emphasizes his collection with his culture’s roots and authencity.
SUDIETUZ
Designer: Şansım Adalı
@sudietuzofficial
Founded in 2016 by designer Şansım Adalı, Sudi̇etuz is a new-generation fashion brand rooted in Istanbul and shaped by a rich, multicultural design perspective. Now operating between Istanbul and Dubai, the brand stands at the intersection of couture craftsmanship and contemporary street culture, a space it defines as Street Couture. From its earliest collections, Sudi̇etuz has challenged the boundaries of conceptual fashion, merging meticulously engineered fabrics, sculptural volumes, and gender-fluid silhouettes with an experimental design approach. Each piece is conceived as a visual story, where couture techniques meet digital-age innovation and bold, hype-driven aesthetics.
GOKHANYAVAS
Designer: Gökhan Yavaş
@gokhannyavasofficial
Gökhanyavaş creates a fashion universe that bridges the traces of the past with the present. Each collection is shaped by the inspiration drawn from Gökhan Yavaş’s childhood, nature, and cultural heritage. The designs reflect the tranquility of the Aegean, while incorporating dynamic lines that mirror the modern world and street fashion. The brand offers timeless elegance, with every piece telling a story beyond mere fashion. A deep commitment to nature, humanity, and sustainability forms the soul of Gökhanyavaş. The fabrics used, recyclable materials, and eco-friendly production approach reflect the brand’s environmental responsibility.
EXHIBITOR LIST
THE CORE by IFCO
August 19 to 21, 2026 - (10am - 6pm)
Hall FUAYE - Istanbul Expo Center
Yesilkoy Mah. Ataturk Cad. No:5/5, Bakirkoy, 34149 Istanbul.
