London – October 08, 2026 -- IPEKYOL Group has been named "Best Fashion Retail Brand – Türkiye" at the Global Brand Awards 2026, an honor presented by Global Brands Magazine recognizing the Istanbul-based fashion group's retail network of more than 300 stores across Türkiye and international markets.
Award recognizes IPEKYOL's three-brand retail and manufacturing model
The recognition covers IPEKYOL Group's operations across its IPEKYOL, TWIST and MACHKA brands in the women's ready-to-wear segment. The Group, founded in 1986, runs Türkiye's first integrated ready-to-wear manufacturing facility in Edirne alongside its expanding digital sales channels.
CEO cites global brand ecosystem ambitions following 2026 Trussardi deal
Uğur Ayaydın, CEO of IPEKYOL Group, called the award a milestone in the company's growth from Türkiye to international markets, pointing to ongoing efforts to extend the IPEKYOL, MACHKA and TWIST identities abroad. In 2026, the Group added Trussardi's Türkiye operations to its portfolio, building on a strategic partnership with Italy's Miroglio Group in place since 2008.
Global Brands Magazine CEO credits consistent design and retail execution
Jay Reddy, CEO of Global Brands Magazine, said IPEKYOL Group has built a distinctive market position through brand identity and retail consistency while adapting to shifting consumer expectations and international expansion.
Group publishes third sustainability report covering 2025 performance
IPEKYOL Group this year released its third Sustainability Report, detailing initiatives on responsible production, resource efficiency, workforce programs for women, and environmental impact reduction covering the 2025 period.
Dubai ceremony set for October 2, 2026 at Address Sky View
The Global Brand Awards 2026 ceremony is scheduled for Address Sky View in Dubai, following the 2025 edition held at the Grand Hyatt Dubai. Global Brands Magazine, a UK-based publication, reports an annual readership exceeding 6 million and more than 10 million page views across its platforms.