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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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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