Job Description

Freelance Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer for MAYU:

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Project Duration: July–September 2026 (Freelance / Contract)

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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.

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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.

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What you will do:

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- Design a capsule collection of handbags and lifestyle accessoriesn
- Develop mood boards, concept directions, colour palettes, and material combinationsn
- Create detailed design sketches and technical drawingsn
- Prepare tech packs with construction details, dimensions, hardware specifications, and finishing notesn
- Collaborate closely with our founder and manufacturing partners during product developmentn
- Refine designs based on prototyping and material constraintsn
- Help build a cohesive collection aligned with MAYU's premium brand visionn

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We are looking for someone who has:

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- Experience designing handbags, leather goods, or lifestyle accessoriesn




- A robust portfolio demonstrating contemporary, premium product designn
- Knowledge of bag construction, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processesn
- Experience preparing production-ready tech packsn
- Strong understanding of luxury aesthetics, functionality, and user experiencen
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently within tight timelinesn

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Bonus if you have experience with:

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- Fish leather, bio-based materials, vegan leather, or other sustainable materialsn
- Luxury fashion or accessories brandsn
- Working directly with artisans or manufacturersn
- Product development from concept to productionn

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Deliverables:

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- Collection concepts and mood boardsn
- Design sketches and renderingsn
- Production-ready tech packsn
- Material and hardware recommendationsn
- Support through sampling and design refinementsn

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To Apply, please share:

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- Your portfolio (handbags/accessories only)n
- Relevant projects you've worked onn
- Your availability over the next 6–8 weeksn
- Your pricing (hourly or project-based)n

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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 (Maharashtra)
🏢 Mayu
📍 Maharashtra