M(+)PLUS DESIGN
M(+)PLUS DESIGN is a Berlin leather goods brand founded in 2018 by designer Melanie Meyer. It makes minimalist, handcrafted leather bags and accessories under the motto Sleek, Simple, Sustainable.
| Founded | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Melanie Meyer |
| Based in | Berlin, Germany |
| Leather sourcing | Italy and Portugal |
| Website | mplus.berlin |
What is M(+)PLUS DESIGN?
M(+)PLUS DESIGN, also known as MPLUS DESIGN BERLIN, is a leather goods label founded in 2018 by Melanie Meyer in Berlin. Before launching the brand, Meyer worked for more than 20 years as a visual merchandiser and stylist in fast fashion, and she designed the first collection in her Berlin studio.
Products and positioning
The brand makes leather bags and leather accessories for every occasion, with a minimalist design language and a focus on timeless elegance. It sums up its approach as Sleek, Simple, Sustainable.
- Only natural materials are used
- Leather is sourced from tanneries in Italy and Portugal
- Pieces are handcrafted in a small artisan workshop that follows strict environmental standards
- Different collections are produced with small manufactories
Its sustainability focus has been recognised through the Green Product Award platform.
Why it matters
M(+)PLUS DESIGN is typical of a new generation of independent European accessories labels that combine minimalist design with traceable material sourcing and small batch manufacturing, positioning sustainability as part of the product rather than a marketing add on.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded M(+)PLUS DESIGN?
M(+)PLUS DESIGN was founded in 2018 by Melanie Meyer, a former visual merchandiser and stylist.
What does M(+)PLUS DESIGN make?
It makes minimalist, handcrafted leather bags and leather accessories.