Job Description Freelance Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer for MAYU:
n Project Duration: July–September 2026 (Freelance / Contract)
n 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.
n 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.
n What you will do:
n n Design a capsule collection of handbags and lifestyle accessories
n Develop mood boards, concept directions, colour palettes, and material combinations
n Create detailed design sketches and technical drawings
n Prepare tech packs with construction details, dimensions, hardware specifications, and finishing notes
n Collaborate closely with our founder and manufacturing partners during product development
n Refine designs based on prototyping and material constraints
n Help build a cohesive collection aligned with MAYU's premium brand vision
n n We are looking for someone who has:
n n Experience designing handbags, leather goods, or lifestyle accessories




n A strong portfolio demonstrating contemporary, premium product design
n Knowledge of bag construction, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes
n Experience preparing production-ready tech packs
n Solid understanding of luxury aesthetics, functionality, and user experience
n Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently within tight timelines
n n Bonus if you have experience with:
n n Fish leather, bio-based materials, vegan leather, or other sustainable materials
n Luxury fashion or accessories brands
n Working directly with artisans or manufacturers
n Product development from concept to production
n n Deliverables:
n n Collection concepts and mood boards
n Design sketches and renderings
n Production-ready tech packs
n Material and hardware recommendations
n Support through sampling and design refinements
n n To Apply, please share:
n n Your portfolio (handbags/accessories only)
n Relevant projects you've worked on
n Your availability over the next 6–8 weeks
n Your pricing (hourly or project-based)
n n We're looking for someone excited by material innovation, thoughtful design, and creating products that challenge conventional luxury while celebrating sustainability.

📌 Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer (Mumbai)
🏢 Mayu
📍 Mumbai