212 #17

212 #17 Positopia Condition: New Language: English 168 Pages  28cm x 38cm (11" x 15") Published in Istanbul, Turkey Spring/Summer 2024 Frequency: Biannual This issue’s theme is Positopia, with pages dedicated to rediscovering ourselves and finding happiness and solace. From literature to photography and art, we embarked on a journey, exploring the work of creative minds from around the world—sometimes on sun-kissed beaches, sometimes in words that describe comforting feelings. Our cover story ‘The Harvest’ features the fashion special for Gucci Spring/Summer 2024 Collection, shot by Camilla Åkrans and styled by Konca Aykan. 212 is a biannual magazine based out of Istanbul, published and distributed internationally. It contains short fiction and long-form reportage; distinctive photo essays and revealing interviews. Even though it was born in the city where east meets west (as the love-worn cliche goes), the magazine seeks to transcend the loaded dichotomies of Istanbul’s favourite