Within the ever-evolving world of luxurious equipment, it’s uncommon to come across a model that feels each quietly assured and distinct in its simplicity. Enter atelier MERANDI, a Bangkok-based label crafting leather-based luggage for individuals who see artwork in life — and life in artwork.
Based by Kate Socatiyanurak and Grace Tungpanitansook, seasoned entrepreneurs with a observe file of constructing considerate, design-led ventures, atelier MERANDI represents their newest and most formidable artistic expression.
At first look, MERANDI’s debut piece, the MIKI bag, alerts a special form of luxurious: one rooted not in logos or fleeting traits, however in meticulous craftsmanship, considerate supplies and a deeply thought of design philosophy, drawing from Swiss precision, the Japanese sense of quiet magnificence and the Nordic love for calm minimalism.
As youthful shoppers more and more search which means, high quality and design integrity over heritage logos, manufacturers like MERANDI are redefining what luxurious means within the 2020s — considerate, slow-made and emotionally resonant. Based mostly in Bangkok, MERANDI faucets into town’s quiet however rising status as a artistic capital, mixing a cosmopolitan outlook with regional craftsmanship.
The MIKI’s silhouette attracts inspiration from the Japanese artwork of origami, subtly folding an “M” into its supple calf leather-based construction. It’s a design that feels instantly relatable but totally distinct — relaxed, refined and timeless.
Behind the model are co-founders and co-creative administrators Kate and Grace. Although outdoors the normal trend institution, they bring about severe cross-disciplinary expertise: Kate, a graduate of the London College of Economics, lends strategic readability, whereas Grace, with a background in communications and culinary arts, brings a sensory, customer-centric lens. MERANDI marks their third enterprise collectively, following two worthwhile ventures — each of which cultivated a loyal neighborhood.
“We’re not constructing a purse model within the conventional sense,” say co-founders Kate and Grace. “We’re constructing an concept — an concept that simply occurs to take the type of a bag. We’re not huge followers of labeling.”
That concept is already resonating.
“Forward of our official launch, we started receiving curiosity by means of our present networks — from stylists and boutique patrons throughout Asia and Europe, possible drawn to our refined aesthetic and clear traces — a design that’s easy however particular,” they add. “We’re additionally exploring partnerships throughout France, Japan, Singapore, and the Center East — in addition to new modern supplies that align with our ethos. The world is so fast-moving these days, and with this, we’re grateful for the nice and cozy response we’ve obtained regardless of being such a younger model. This proves that there’s nonetheless room for manufacturers that construct slowly and communicate softly.”
In line with their Instagram @ateliermerandi, this October the model will debut at Tranoï Paris, presenting their upcoming Spring/Summer time 2026 assortment — and providing a glimpse into the broader world they’re creating and a long-term imaginative and prescient rooted in authenticity, not hype. All of it delivered with a quiet accessibility that makes MERANDI’s items as pragmatic as they’re poetic.
Uncover the total debut assortment and discover MERANDI’s evolving artistic journey at atelier-merandi.com and Instagram: @ateliermerandi
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