We had the good fortune of connecting with Zuhal Vanli and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Zuhal, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking
Risk takers know that success won’t fall in your lap. You have to chase and hunt it. This is what I do when I take risks. The more risks you take, the less you see anything that can stop you.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
After graduating from the fashion design department in Ankara, I had the opportunity to work with various brands. It was not difficult as I always knew what I wanted. I had to take a break from design because I moved to America. I did not work for a few years due to family reasons. I am currently working on social media right now and My goal is to enlarge my page and continue my business life from here. You will never reach your goal unless you work hard and are determined.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I love NY:) but I live in Maryland so if my friend come to visit me here we can hang out in DC.. The first stop I will want to make in Washington DC is the National Mall. The White House is the most famous, but the Washington Monument is the tallest and the Smithsonian Museums is the largest in terms of square footage. In summer, cherry blossoms bloom over ponds and reflecting pools. The Harbor of Washington offers activities for all seasons, so it’s a fun, lively place overall, as well as a destination that will welcome vacationers any time of the year. If we are looking for fun things to do in Washington DC, consider a hop-on hop-off experience with the Old Town Trolley Tour.:) Himm what would we eat?Let me think:) Onion Soup Gratinée at Le Diplomate, Smokehouse Fish Board from Ivy City Smokehouse or Sedgewick Pizza at All-Purpose Pizzeria

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
First of all,I want to thanks to my mother who support me all these years.She is main reason .I am a fashion designer. Also I wanted to thank my co-workers in Istanbul.They thought me a lot and be creative.I like to thank my husband for his support over the past 5 years. The book that I am glad I read that impressed me the most is The Kite Runner.

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