Beloved in Southwest Florida for their artistry and philanthropy, Fort Myers–based designers Ilkay and Rasit Turk bring their Turkish heritage to life through Turk & Turk. The Elegant Baroque clutch captures the couple’s signature mix of European artistry and tropical ease. Designed in Fort Myers, each limited-edition piece—only five exist—is hand-beaded by artisans in India using glass seed beads in rich gold, amber and ivory tones against a black background, echoing the baroque flourishes of their ready-to-wear collection. Inside, a sateen lining and slip pocket add subtle polish, while an optional chain strap transforms it from clutch to crossbody. Like all Turk & Turk creations, it’s conceived as wearable art, meant to move seamlessly from day to evening. turkandturk.com
Photography by Anna Nguyen