Bunyamin Aydin

Bünyamin Aydin is a multicultural fashion designer, artist, and photographer who founded Les Benjamins, a luxury streetwear brand, in Istanbul in 2011.123 Born in Neuss, Germany in 1989 to Turkish parents, Aydin was raised across multiple cities including Neuss, Istanbul, and Lugano, which contributed to his diverse cultural background.4

Professional Background:

• Founded Les Benjamins at age 21, initially with help from his mother to start the first collection5
• Studied at The American School in Switzerland (TASIS) from 2005-20094
• Trained in photography, drawing, painting, and architecture during his studies4
• Received the Fashion Designer of the Year Award by Esquire Middle East in 201824

Creative Vision: Aydin's brand Les Benjamins aims to bridge cultural gaps between the East and West, representing a contemporary vision of Eastern culture.3 He describes his mission as creating a "new Silk Road that celebrates fashion, art, music, and culture".5 His multicultural upbringing significantly influences his design philosophy, blending Eastern roots with Western sensibilities.4

Multidisciplinary Talents: Beyond fashion design, Aydin is also:

• A photographer
• A music curator and DJ
• An artist who has collaborated with brands like Nike, BMW, Hennessy, and PUMA2

His LinkedIn username is indeed bunyamina, and he is currently based in Istanbul, Turkey.4