The project

The name

The value

The founder

Via Minnen is a universe bringing together fashion, art and design. You can find us online, and from time to time, meet VM offline: a chance to see the pieces in real life and meet the creatives behind them.

Via; “the way” in Italian. Minnen; “memories” in Swedish. Together, a path built from moments to be carried with you.

Via Minnen believes shopping can be more than a transaction. By bringing together clothing, accessories, objects and collectibles with the stories and processes behind them, VM creates a more personal way to discover, connect and collect. At its core, we value connection, creativity and context. The platform is built around the idea that every piece has a world behind it; a maker, a process, a material choice, a memory, or a point of view. By making these layers visible, VM encourages a more thoughtful relationship with the objects we choose to live with. Rather than focusing on fast consumption, Via Minnen celebrates pieces that feel distinctive, meaningful, and made to be kept. It is a space for emerging creatives, independent brands and curious collectors who value originality, storytelling, and emotional connection.

Born and raised in Istanbul, Deniz Tokat founded Via Minnen from a lasting curiosity for objects, stories and the people behind them. With a background across art, fashion, and creative strategy, her perspective is shaped by movement, cultural exchange, and an instinctive way of connecting ideas.