Born in Istanbul, Established in New York

The Founder of Ali Daruga New York, Mr. Ali  Caliskan was born in Istanbul, 2003. He attended Lycée Saint Benoit before continuing his studies at Parsons School of Design where he was accepted with a Talent Scholarship majoring in Fashion Design. In 2019, He started the concept of Ali Daruga with working in various fashion houses and luxury concept stores as Co-Head of Product and Development while assisting the creative directors. But it wasn’t until 2024 when he officially launched his own Creative Consultancy and Art Direction company Ali Daruga New York.

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He had the pleasure of working with various major names in the industry while continuing his career and education at such a young age while aspiring to become a fashion powerhouse. “Establishing [Ali Daruga New York] is only beginning…” he said.