Yemenici Hayri Usta

Yemenici Hayri Usta is a brand that carries the art of handmade yemeni making into the future, preserving a deep-rooted tradition in Gaziantep that has been passed down for four generations. Derived from the Persian word "keşfger," "köşkerlik" (meaning "yemeni craftsmanship") has been an integral part of Anatolian culture for centuries. We offer you this valuable heritage, combining it with the needs of the modern world.

An Art Extending from Tradition to the Future

Yemeni shoes are produced from the hides of buffalo, cattle, goats, and sheep, using all-natural materials and traditional methods. Handcrafted from cutting to sewing, every stage of the yemeni is crafted using absolutely no plastic. Thanks to its porous structure, it prevents sweating and odor, and prevents the formation of fungi and calluses. With its healthy, durable, and comfortable construction, yemeni is not just a shoe; it is a cultural treasure.

Why Yemenici Hayri Usta?
100% natural leather and handcrafted leather
Healthy and comfortable use
A craft registered under UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
A deep-rooted tradition of craftsmanship that has been passed down for four generations

Our master craftsman, Mehmet Orhan Çakıroğlu, continues this craft, inherited from his ancestors, with great passion. He also brings the practice of yemeni making the value it deserves, having been recognized as Turkey's "Living Human Treasure." He also contributes to the survival of this tradition by collaborating with organizations such as ANELSANDER (Anatolian Handicrafts Survival and Development Association).

Our mission is to preserve our cultural heritage and offer a healthy and stylish experience with 100% natural leather yemeni shoes, bringing the value of the past to today's needs.

Our vision is to promote handcrafted yemeni shoes as a cultural asset in Turkey and around the world and to pass this unique art form on to future generations.