Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer

Freelance Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer for MAYU:

Project Duration: July–September 2026 (Freelance / Contract)

MAYU is looking for a talented freelance Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer to collaborate on the design and development of our upcoming collection, launching in early September.

Our new collection will explore the intersection of luxury craftsmanship and material innovation, featuring fish leather alongside other next-generation sustainable leather alternatives. We are looking for a designer who can create timeless, commercially viable products while embracing the unique characteristics of innovative materials.

What you will do:

• Design a capsule collection of handbags and lifestyle accessories
• Develop mood boards, concept directions, colour palettes, and material combinations
• Create detailed design sketches and technical drawings
• Prepare tech packs with construction details, dimensions, hardware specifications, and finishing notes
• Collaborate closely with our founder and manufacturing partners during product development
• Refine designs based on prototyping and material constraints
• Help build a cohesive collection aligned with MAYU's premium brand vision

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience designing handbags, leather goods, or lifestyle accessories
• A strong portfolio demonstrating contemporary, premium product design
• Knowledge of bag construction, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes
• Experience preparing production-ready tech packs
• Strong understanding of luxury aesthetics, functionality, and user experience
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently within tight timelines

Bonus if you have experience with:

• Fish leather, bio-based materials, vegan leather, or other sustainable materials
• Luxury fashion or accessories brands
• Working directly with artisans or manufacturers
• Product development from concept to production

Deliverables:

• Collection concepts and mood boards
• Design sketches and renderings
• Production-ready tech packs
• Material and hardware recommendations
• Support through sampling and design refinements

To Apply, please share:

• Your portfolio (handbags/accessories only)
• Relevant projects you've worked on
• Your availability over the next 6–8 weeks
• Your pricing (hourly or project-based)

We're looking for someone excited by material innovation, thoughtful design, and creating products that challenge conventional luxury while celebrating sustainability.