OUR STORY
URBAN MAE – a new handbag brand — where Scandinavian minimalism meets Polish soul.
I founded Urban Mae out of a desire to create something with intention. Something meaningful. Something truly mine. I’ve always been drawn to handbags – not just for what they carry, but for what they represent.
Urban Mae was born from that deep-rooted passion. A brand built on respect – for the planet, for craftsmanship, and for the people who carry our pieces.
Thank you for being here. 🤍
PROUDLY MADE IN POLAND
At Urban Mae, every bag is crafted by experienced Polish artisans who have been creating handbags for renowned Polish designers for many years. Their dedication to detail and quality guarantees that each piece embodies timeless elegance and long-lasting quality.
LEATHER
At Urban Mae, we prioritize environmental responsibility in every step of our production. We use high quality genuine Italian leathers that are byproducts of the meat industry, ensuring no animals are raised or slaughtered solely for their hides. Our suppliers proudly hold the Leather Working Group Gold Rating, the highest recognition for environmentally responsible leather production. They also possess prestigious certifications such as USDA Biobased Certification, recognizing the use of renewable organic materials, and Der Blauer Engel, a German eco-label awarded for products with reduced environmental impact.
By choosing Urban Mae, you support a brand dedicated to high-quality craftsmanship, ethical materials, and a healthier planet.
LINING
Our lining is made from SEAQUAL® — a thick, durable recycled fabric created with 30% ocean plastic and 70% recycled plastic. SEAQUAL POLYESTER YARN is certified by the Global Recycled Standard (GRS), ensuring that it meets stringent requirements for recycled content, environmental practices, and social responsibility. Additionally, it carries the Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certification, guaranteeing that the yarn is free from harmful substances and safe for human use.
We believe in giving a second life to materials that already exist, rather than producing more. SEAQUAL® helps remove plastic from oceans, protects marine life, and reduces the need for virgin materials.
Sequal reduces:
37% CO2 emissions (Global warming)
34% Water consumption
40% Electricity consumption
Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of "mottainai" — the respect for resources and the idea that nothing should go to waste — our mission is simple: use what we have, care for the planet, and create with purpose.
Read more about SEAQUAL® and Urban Mae at: URBAN MAE: Timeless Scandinavian Handbags with SEAQUAL® Lining — SEAQUAL INITIATIVE
Dust Bags
We use LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose to create our dustbags, designed to protect your URBAN MAE handbag when not in use. This environmentally conscious choice reflects our commitment to both style and
respect for the environment.
LENZING™ ECOVERO™ fibers are made with at least 50% less carbon emissions and water consumption compared to generic viscose.
LENZING™ ECOVERO™ fibers certified with the EU Ecolabel have a reduced environmental impact across multiple stages of the product life cycle.
LENZING™ ECOVERO™ fibers produced with REFIBRA™ technology use textile waste as a raw material, in addition to wood. The fibers contain a minimum of 20% recycled material.