We use vegan materials that are both innovative and of luxurious quality. Before launching, we evaluate the design features, durability and environmental impact. We are also actively involved in material development with the most exciting material innovators around the world and do research projects with German universities concerning sustainable material technology.

Melina Bucher redefines luxury by using next generation materials that outperform traditional leather in terms of ethics and sustainability. For our newest collection, we are one of the first brands worldwide working with MIRUM® – a 100% bio-based and 0% plastics vegan leather. According to preliminary LCAs, MIRUM® needs 87-93% less CO2 than animal leather and no water during closed-loop manufacturing and dyeing.

For our lining and accessories, we use organic or recycled cotton. Organic cotton on average only needs a fraction of water and energy compared to conventional cotton. A quality difference you can feel.

Studies show that synthetic leather has a lower environmental impact than animal leather, but both materials have issues regarding biodegradability. That is why we were one of the first brands worldwide developing handbags made with all natural MIRUM®. Our vision is to become a fully circular brand and we are working extremely hard with our partners to make that a reality sooner than later!

The fashion industry needs to become more transparent. With our label, we commit to full transparency and attach great importance to traceable supply chains and a partnership network. Our interactive transparency map allows you to discover more about every step of the supply chain.

Melina Bucher works with the best artisan craftsmen in Europe, ensuring products of exceptional quality. We only work with small, highly experienced manufactories. We are in constant exchange with our manufacturers to further improve environmental performance. Learn more about our manufacturing process!

Our handbags are handcrafted in a 100% European supply chain. To reduce transport routes even further, we concentrate our material procurement and production in one area. This prevents us from sending our bags around the world several times for different steps of the manufacturing process.

Melina Bucher handbags are carefully developed in Germany and characterized by a timeless, sustainable design. Longevity and multifunctionality play a central role in our collection. We concentrate on a small selection of key pieces which complement your wardrobe. To reduce transports and material waste to a minimum, we design our collections in 3D.

Melina Bucher creates handbags that set a statement – highest quality products, uniting ethics and aesthetics. As the most sustainable thing to do is to buy less, we ensure that from material selection, to design and manufacturing, every step ensures durability of our handbags. The meticulous Melina Bucher design process follows the highest quality and ethical standards resulting in products made to last.

Our signature dust bag keeps your precious Melina Bucher bag safe and is also an eyecatcher!
Dust bags tend to just lie around once you unwrapped your bag. Melina Bucher gives them a second life by upcycling them in an eco-friendly manner. Our dust bags have handles and are designed as additional shopping bags you can use for grocery shopping.

Our handbags are handcrafted in a 100% European supply chain. To reduce transport routes, we concentrate our material procurement and production in one area. This prevents us from sending our bags around the world several times for different steps of the manufacturing process.

As Melina Bucher considers itself a vegan company, we only use animal-friendly and sustainable materials for our packaging: your Melina Bucher handbag is shipped in a exclusive cardboard box. Our shipping boxes are made out of recycled paper and wrapped with paper-based tape with vegan glue.

All our print products, including postcards and business cards, are produced locally in Germany. They are made out of recycled materials and are vegan certified. Our printing partner is Blauer Engel certified and has the same high demands for sustainability as we have. They are a zero emission facility by using waste heat from the printing processes and solar energy. In the Melina Bucher headquarter we also use vegan and recycled paper for our business paperwork.

All our handbags are transported to us on the street, which only needs a fraction of the emissions of air or sea shipments. Melina Bucher handbags are send to you with CO2 neutral shipping with DHL or DPD (offsetting CO2 emissions).