Patent of Heart

Patent of Heart. A brand with real heart!

We have a vision of creating a global design house that inspires intentional buying through pieces that are crafted with integrity, beauty and passion. Fashioned by skilled artisans with the highest quality materials, Patent of Heart ventures to transform an idea into a reality.

Patent of Heart as a brand is passionate about pledging to donate a portion of our profits every season to foundations providing education to girls. We believe in the role of corporate social responsibility and by employing female artisans and contributing to providing education to girls around the world; we seek to open and expand hearts, minds and our future as a collective.

We leave you with the promise to continue to do better than the day before because it is all part of the adventure. All who are apart of creating Patent of Heart thank you from the bottom of our hearts for allowing us to grow by your side as we endeavor to keep your needs and desires at the forefront of our brand.

Meet the Founder

Elif Akaydin, an Istanbul native, has entered the fashion world as a belt designer for Calvin Klein and St. John brands.

Elif has explored every layers of the fashion world over the years and her experience has flourished in a multi-faceted nature. Becoming a buyer for a fashion boutique named “Institute” in Soho, New York for several years has expanded her vision to later become the assistant designer for Judy Ross Textiles. Her journey got more interesting when she worked with Delfino Boutiques, a chain in New
York specialized in women handbags, that’s where she started to explore the world Fashion Accessories. Elif’s career in the fashion world have given her an opportunity to take a leading part in custom buying team at Domenico Vacca. Moreover, Elif has enjoyed collaborating with the wardrobe departments of some big Hollywood Productions.

In 2005, Elif has decided to pursue her utmost passion for accessories and handbags under her own brand and created a handbag line under the name “elif NY”. After having gained experience in Fashion Accessories industry, Elif has come to launch her hand-crafted and exquisite Fashion Accessories brand “Patent of Heart” in 2014.