Mission
For decades, leather, fur, and feathers have defined fashion’s idea of luxury – materials built on extraction and exploitation.
At LOUÉ, we believe true luxury lies in progress, craftsmanship, transparency, and creating with soul.
Our mission is to design thoughtful, sculptural handbags and accessories – crafted from innovative, low-impact materials, with deep respect for people, animals, and the planet.
We work with MIRUM®, a plastic-free, plant-based leather alternative, and partner with a two-person atelier in Ubrique, Spain, where each bag is handcrafted from start to finish – a level of craftsmanship that is vanishingly rare in modern luxury.
As we grow, we're building more than a brand. We're cultivating a community that believes luxury can be beautiful, meaningful, and responsible.
a note from our founder
Hi, I'm Elena, the human behind LOUÉ STUDIO
I started LOUÉ STUDIO because I couldn't find a handbag I felt completely good about buying. 3 years ago I was on the hunt for the perfect black bag. I was drawn to leather bags for their more sophisticated designs and craftsmanship, but I didn’t want to buy leather. When I explored vegan options, I realised they were mostly made of plastic, and no brand offered the transparency and traceability I sought.
Fashion is such a powerful form of self-expression, yet it rarely reflects our values. Determined to find a better way, I began researching materials, manufacturing, and design. The more I learned, the more I felt compelled to act. So, I created the brand I wanted to see in the world.
LOUÉ STUDIO exists to reimagine handbags – to create pieces we can feel proud to carry, and to inspire a more conscious kind of luxury.
It’s not always an easy path, but that’s what makes it meaningful. I’m so glad you’re here 🤍
P.S. Three years later, I finally got my black bag (it’s the one on the left) – and I couldn’t be prouder.