Ana Neto and Daniela Marques have been friends since 1998—a friendship that ultimately blossomed into a business partnership when they formed their leather goods brand Maria Maleta. Based in Portugal, the brand is known for its accessories and bags, made with high-quality raw materials sourced in Portugal. With durability, design, and quality the basis of their […]
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]]>Ana Neto and Daniela Marques have been friends since 1998—a friendship that ultimately blossomed into a business partnership when they formed their leather goods brand Maria Maleta. Based in Portugal, the brand is known for its accessories and bags, made with high-quality raw materials sourced in Portugal.
With durability, design, and quality the basis of their practice, Neto and Marques’ ambition is to make long-lasting products. All materials are selected based on their resistance and durability, and the brand offers a lifetime warranty with all their leather products.
But ultimately, it’s the spirit of friendship that is most prominent in their handbags. “We believe that every person has two personal sides, therefore most of our products reflect that versatility as they can be used in many different ways,” they write on their website. “There is no stereotypes neither any rules, that is the freedom to be expressed in a timeless product.”
“Maria/Maleta bags are special because they are the consequence of a true friendship,” Marques added in an interview with Licorne Magazine. “Each bag has a little bit of us. The concept ‘One woman, one bag- two sides to choose’ is basically what Ana and I are; one bag with two personalities. Furthermore, these bags are made with a lot of dedication, love and only with good raw materials. These bags are for carrying a history through life. We want a bag for life and not simply a trendy bag.”
With timeless fashion (rather than trendy fashion) on their mind, the co-founders say they have to be careful with their quality standards and differentiated designs. “These two points are the key factors in achieving timeless fashion: differentiated design and quality,” notes Marques. “I think you can clearly see the differences in the production and the quality of the materials.”
The brand is also in dialogue with the past, continuing the rich handmade tradition which Portugal has come to be known for, especially when it comes to the leather goods industry. “In Portugal there is a lot of history in this kind of production,” says Neto. “So, our production is made in Portugal, in the north near Porto.”
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With COVID-19 leading to a surge in e-commerce and more indie brands embracing the digital revolution, ditching mass-produced fashion has never been easier. One brand we’ve got our eyes on this summer is Tree Fairfax. Founded in Virginia by designer Tricia Fairfax Hash the small brand offers unique handmade leather goods using locally sourced, high-quality leather. […]
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]]>With COVID-19 leading to a surge in e-commerce and more indie brands embracing the digital revolution, ditching mass-produced fashion has never been easier. One brand we’ve got our eyes on this summer is Tree Fairfax. Founded in Virginia by designer Tricia Fairfax Hash the small brand offers unique handmade leather goods using locally sourced, high-quality leather.
According to Fairfax Hash, each piece is made by hand and is truly one-of-a-kind, as she aims to incorporate natural flaws of each leather hide that she works with. Incorporating imperfections in her designs also means cutting back on waste, making the brand more sustainable.
Another key element to Fairfax Hash’s designs is her accessories’ weight. According to the small business owner, each of her bags are created so that you can move around lightly, carrying only what you need in your beautiful, handcrafted leather bag. “I like to move around lightly, no restrictions or heaviness,” she further explained in an interview with The Particulars. “I like to keep everything easy and kind of out of my way when I am out and about. So I created my minimal bags because I wanted something that would make my life easier.”
Her lightweight accessories include a half-moon handbag that puts a limit on what you carry with you, as well as tote bag that allows you to carry more items. “I also kept in mind that not every person is the same, we are all unique and we need options when it comes to handbag straps,” notes Fairfax Hash. “I wear a size 14 and I have broad shoulders. I need a longer strap for my handbag to fit my body shape, so I offer several length options because one size does not fit all.”
Her muse? First and foremost her mother. “I love to look back at my mother’s old photos, she has always been really stylish, creative with her clothes and accessories,” says Fairfax Hash. “She would take a wrap belt from her dress and tie it to her straw hat to make her outfit pop. I love that!”
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Our shopping habits changed dramatically last year. A surge in purchase for face masks and hand sanitizers was only reasonable, but staying at home also meant taking care of our immediate environment, refurbishing our living room, and investing in a good set of PJs. These days, as we slowly test the waters, we look to spend […]
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]]>Our shopping habits changed dramatically last year. A surge in purchase for face masks and hand sanitizers was only reasonable, but staying at home also meant taking care of our immediate environment, refurbishing our living room, and investing in a good set of PJs. These days, as we slowly test the waters, we look to spend our cash appropriately. We don’t know about you but we’re already working on refreshing our wardrobe and accessories.
Our first priority: a new, stylish handbag. Most recently, we’ve stumbled across Boejack Design‘s hand crafted bags and instantly fell in love. Run by Seattle-based Eda Atay Pastirmaci, the small brand offers a range of bags, made from chosen materials that include selected fabrics, leather (including vegan leather), and hardware.
Pastirmaci’s bags also make for great gifts. “My advice for gifting one of my handbags is to think of your recipient’s future plans,” shared the designer with the Etsy blog. “For example, if she’s going to travel soon, I’d recommend the convertible fanny pack; if she just started college or a new job, I’d recommend the oversized tote bag so she can carry all of her books and supplies. The oversized tote is also perfect for people on the go, because it can fit a laptop, coat—even shoes for the gym after work. For someone who’s looking for something super unique, I would probably give the geometric bag or the wooden frame clutch.”
She also recommends keeping in mind the color and fabric. “For friends who are going through difficult times, I recommend giving them bags in bright colors to make them feel happier.”
And while purchasing a handbag might seem like a splurge, shopping from small businesses means investing your money in small designers and creators. Not only will your purchases be more unique, they’ll also be more ethical. If this doesn’t convince you, the following handbags likely will!
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Spring and summer are seasons in which we wear more colors, and this year will be no different. When it comes to hot fashion trends, we see a lot of colorful bags everywhere and they will be the key ingredient to interesting and exciting warm-weather outfits. Brightly colored bags are perfect for making your neutral […]
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]]>Spring and summer are seasons in which we wear more colors, and this year will be no different. When it comes to hot fashion trends, we see a lot of colorful bags everywhere and they will be the key ingredient to interesting and exciting warm-weather outfits. Brightly colored bags are perfect for making your neutral outfits pop, so you can wear all your favorite stuff from the past few years when neutrals were trending.
Combining a colorful bag with any outfit has never been easier. We’ve all stocked up on beige, gray, white, and black clothes over the past few years, and now that the trends are changing, there’s still a way to wear all your favorite clothes. Of course, you can go bold and combine a few different colors, or wear a monochromatic outfit in any bright color you want.
When it comes to bag types, we see many different things: crossbody bags, bucket bags, tote bags, and everything in between.
From soft pastels to brights and neons, colors are definitely back in style and it’s up to you to choose your favorites for the season ahead of us. See some photos for inspiration down below. Do you have a favorite yet?
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A good-quality leather bag is probably the best way to enhance any fall outfit, and this year the fall collections offer so many of them. Leather bags have always been a classic in any closet, but it seems like nobody can get away with not having at least one in their collection this fall. Just […]
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]]>A good-quality leather bag is probably the best way to enhance any fall outfit, and this year the fall collections offer so many of them. Leather bags have always been a classic in any closet, but it seems like nobody can get away with not having at least one in their collection this fall. Just think about how good a leather bag can look with a cozy fall outfit and your favorite pair of boots! You’d want to wear it day after day.
Discover the collection via the link in our bio #mansurgavrielFor many women out there, fall is the perfect time to get creative with fashion. The temperatures are just right so you’re not too hot or too cold and you can finally wear layers! If you’re thinking about getting a statement bag that will hold all your things while you’re out, a big leather tote might be just what you need. You will find them in virtually all the stores right now, starting from budget-friendly high street shops to luxury designer stores. There are also smaller models, mostly designed with retro ’90s trends in mind, and they are perfect for fun nights out.
What’s your favorite leather bag for the fall?
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Jimmy Choo is a brand best known for its luxury shoes that women all over the world want to have. Many fashion icons have been dressed by the brand over the years, from Princess Diana to Selena Gomez and Beyoncé. And now, they have collaborated with Net-A-Porter to create a new capsule collection and you’ll […]
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]]>Jimmy Choo is a brand best known for its luxury shoes that women all over the world want to have. Many fashion icons have been dressed by the brand over the years, from Princess Diana to Selena Gomez and Beyoncé. And now, they have collaborated with Net-A-Porter to create a new capsule collection and you’ll want to own every single item from it.
“The collection was inspired by the confidence and glamour leading ladies exude when walking the red carpet, mixed with the idea of fantasy,” Creative Director Sandra Choi said in a statement. “Each style has a femininity, seductiveness, and the finesse of couture.”
It consists of 13 incredible pieces that are everything you will ever need when it comes to shoes and bags for special occasions. 10 luxurious pairs of shoes and three evening handbags are everything we can think of these days and they were all designed with neutral colors in mind so they could be worn with many different outfits, on all kinds of events.
The prices start at $895 for the least expensive shoes and go up to $2,475 for two of the bags.
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If you’re already tired of the tiny bag trend, we have bad news for you: there are going to be even more of them in Spring 2020. When fashion designer Jacquemus launched a tiny handbag named “Le Chiquito,” and put a $495 price tag on it, the world went crazy about it. The accessory immediately […]
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]]>If you’re already tired of the tiny bag trend, we have bad news for you: there are going to be even more of them in Spring 2020.
When fashion designer Jacquemus launched a tiny handbag named “Le Chiquito,” and put a $495 price tag on it, the world went crazy about it. The accessory immediately went viral and began one of the staple trends of 2018. Naturally, many brands came out with their own versions of tiny bags but what’s surprising is that the trend is still not fading.
These bags are definitely not practical; you can’t even put your phone in them. But somehow, they became a rising trend that we will see more of in the season ahead of us. Many brands like Burberry, Fendi, and Emporio Armani presented their own models for Spring 2020 and, if you don’t want to splurge for a high-end tiny bag, you can get one at most high-street stores.
What do you think about this trend? Does it deserve the popularity it has or do you think these tiny bags are overrated?
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This fall, we’re totally mad about plaid! Plaid print will be among the most popular prints of the season along with animal prints, so you should think about ways of adding it to your wardrobe. You can make it a statement piece by pairing it with a plain black outfit or by wearing more than […]
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]]>This fall, we’re totally mad about plaid! Plaid print will be among the most popular prints of the season along with animal prints, so you should think about ways of adding it to your wardrobe. You can make it a statement piece by pairing it with a plain black outfit or by wearing more than one plaid piece at a time – it’s all about how brave and creative you are.
The best and safest way to introduce plaid into your wardrobe is to get a plaid bag. The good news is that there are so many plaid bags in stores right now that it’s impossible not to pick at least one you like.
“Plaid is more versatile than you might think. If you have a daily uniform, a plaid bag makes a strong statement without you having to completely revamp your wardrobe. Bags add color and personality to our wardrobe, and plaid is one of those patterns that never go out of style,” Tina Craig of Bag Snob told Marie Claire.
Scroll down to see the plaid bags we picked out for you.
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Bags are a very important detail in every outfit. If you make a statement with it, it will be the highlight in your look. These are some of the coolest bag trends for 2019 that you have to check out. Saddle Bags Ever since Dior re-launched their saddle bag, women can’t get enough of this […]
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]]>Bags are a very important detail in every outfit. If you make a statement with it, it will be the highlight in your look. These are some of the coolest bag trends for 2019 that you have to check out.
Saddle Bags
Ever since Dior re-launched their saddle bag, women can’t get enough of this type of bag. It’s chic, pretty, and versatile at the same time. The best thing is that your bag doesn’t have to be Dior. There are many affordable retailers who also offer similar styles.
Old-Fashioned Shapes
Old is the new trend! Bag trends from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s are now making a comeback. Go handbag-hunting in your mom or aunt’s closet. We’re pretty sure you’ll find something great.
Utility Bags
Switch your fanny packs for utility bags this season. Or, simply wear both. The fashion trends are becoming so interesting and versatile this year. Double, even triple the amount of bags is what you’ll be seeing on bloggers. Can you imagine working that trend?
Lanyard
You probably didn’t expect to see this one among the bag trends, but lanyards will be very fashionable in 2019. If you already have one from way back, even better.
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Crossbody bags seem like a perfect choice for the fall. They are small enough not to bother you during the day and usually big enough to fit all the necessities. They are practical and gorgeous, and if you don’t have at least one in your closet, you need to change that. All the brands are […]
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]]>Crossbody bags seem like a perfect choice for the fall. They are small enough not to bother you during the day and usually big enough to fit all the necessities. They are practical and gorgeous, and if you don’t have at least one in your closet, you need to change that.
All the brands are coming up with their crossbody bags this season, so the selection is bigger than ever. A variety of models, materials, and colors assures there’s a perfect bag for everyone. Go find yours!
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