Orhan Caliskanturk of Houston,TX on Life, Lessons & Legacy

We recently had the chance to connect with Orhan Caliskanturk and have shared our conversation below.

Orhan, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What is a normal day like for you right now?
Busy with creating new designs for the shows and for my store located at Painted Tree Boutiques, Cincho Ranch , Store number F9.
Meantime taking care of my 14 year old son soccer trainings.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Naturel Jewelry by Orhan Caliskanturk is a family-owned brand with roots in the vibrant Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, Turkey, where Orhan’s father first began crafting exceptional jewelry in the 1970s. This legacy of artisanal excellence and heartfelt creativity lives on in Naturel Jewelry’s timeless, hand-crafted designs.

Specializing in gold-plated, bronze, and silver Turkish jewelry, the brand’s pieces capture the essence of emotion and vision, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern elegance. Each creation tells a story, celebrating the beauty of individuality and the rich heritage of Turkish design.

Today, Orhan Caliskanturk carries forward this cherished family tradition in the United States, passionately committed to sharing the art of authentic, heirloom-quality jewelry with a global audience. Whether you’re seeking an everyday accessory or a statement piece, Naturel Jewelry brings a touch of Istanbul’s timeless allure to your collection.

Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who taught you the most about work?
During my middle school studies, I started to work together with an mid age man who handcrafts jewelry. He was the first person who give me the inspiration to start making my own designs with naturel stone. During the years , I managed to procure my own inventory. I moved to Houston Texas in 2024 and since then my aim is to challange Turkish Jewelry in US market.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Back in 2024 when we first moved to Houston0n,TX during the first 3 months ,I was about to lose my hope to develop the business in this big country but on my 4th month I managed to settle my company named Naturel Jewelry and started to attend weekend markets. Today ,I have a shop located at Painted Tree Boutiqus,Cincho Ranch,TX store number 9 and I am still attending the weekend shows to introduce the elegance of Turkish Jewelry.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
What Iam is what I am always.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
Home is where I feel the peace is.

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