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 baggage for many 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 bold artistic expression.
At first look, MERANDI’s debut piece, the MIKI bag, indicators a distinct type of luxurious: one rooted not in logos or fleeting developments, however in meticulous craftsmanship, considerate supplies and a deeply thought-about design philosophy, drawing from Swiss precision, the Japanese sense of quiet magnificence and the Nordic love for calm minimalism.
As youthful customers 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. Primarily based in Bangkok, MERANDI faucets into town’s quiet however rising popularity 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 standard style institution, they carry critical 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 massive followers of labeling.”
That concept is already resonating.
“Forward of our official launch, we started receiving curiosity via our current networks — from stylists and boutique consumers throughout Asia and Europe, doubtless 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 revolutionary 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 accordance with their Instagram @ateliermerandi, this October the model will debut at Tranoï Paris, presenting their upcoming Spring/Summer season 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 complete debut assortment and discover MERANDI’s evolving artistic journey at atelier-merandi.com and Instagram: @ateliermerandi
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