The old Aponia store on Galip Dede Caddesi, near the Galata Tower has closed and moved to an 18th…read morecentury building in Perşembe Pazarı, which is also near Galata Tower. The new store is called "Cat Museum Istanbul." https://catmuseum.co/ The owner of Aponia continues to offer brilliant, off-beat graphic designs in T-shirts at the new location. He is also continuing the tradition of setting aside 50% of profits for the care of street animals.

Aponia is such a unique place to see even for local people of Istanbul. I've visited the shop at…read moredown Galata and it was a great experience to meet all that designs on all products! They're also selling some special brand coffee that causes the place to have an intimate ambiance. Tshirts, wallets, postcards, boxes, american services... You may find many unusual gifts. The prices are not so expensive when you compare to have a special design products from somewhere else. Tshirts are around 45 tl. You may meet an unexpected guest inside, a lovely, big, brown cat. :)

Once upon a time, a stupid California girl traveled to Istanbul and forgot to bring comfortable…read morewalking shoes. Or maybe she wasn't so stupid and was just looking for an excuse to get some cool kicks. Love this store for bringing my dream Vans to life and offering size 41. The staff could tell that I really wanted them and produced the size after looking high and low. Really great selection but prices are premium so you might be better off getting them at home.

Leila Boutique was a great find after a day of shopping in the more touristy areas. I was looking…read morefor leather goods made in Turkey and Leila has them. She also sells jewelry, t-shirts and small ceramics all of which are designed and made (in some cases by hand) in Turkey. I was delighted to stumble upon this and recommend it if you are looking for something unique.