Bags of Brazil

Gilson Martins (Flagship Ipanema) — Rio de Janeiro · Brazil

Ipanema shop for Gilson Martins bags and accessories, including shoulder bags, bucket bags, backpacks, pouches and Rio-inspired printed designs.

Lado Sobrado (Voador Tecelagem) — Rio de Janeiro · Brazil

Voador Tecelagem sells handwoven tapestries, rugs and runners made with the kilim technique on manual pedal looms using 100% cotton thread, plus blankets, pillow covers, placemats, bags and custom pendant lamps made with 100% wool tufting. It also offers hand-painted canvases on 100% raw cotton fabric.

Nannacay (Flagship Ipanema) — Rio de Janeiro · Brazil

Nannacay is a Rio de Janeiro fashion and accessories brand making bags, bucket hats, clothing and scarves in a resort and urban style with natural fibers and crochet details. It also runs a sustainability initiative and collaborations under its special projects line.

Mafalda — São Paulo · Brazil

Mafalda makes handmade leather shoes in small batches at a São Paulo factory. Designer Maria Fernanda Sodré started the line in 2010 after fashion school; a London store opened in June 2022. Leather is not chrome-tanned. The range includes boots, flats, loafers, sandals and bags.

Catarina Mina — Brazil

Designer Celina Hissa built this label around renda de bilro, labirinto, file, and carnauba straw, turning centuries-old Cearense hand techniques into structured handbags, kaftans, and dresses. Every piece ships with a QR-coded card linking to the artisan who made it, from a network that is 99 percent women, and the company holds B Corp certification.

Gucci São Paulo — Brazil

Gucci’s São Paulo boutique carries fashion, handbags, shoes and accessories with in-person client service.