Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry Icons

Strawberry Bags Made in El Salvador to Berlin, Marta Torres Journey With Martania Bags


Listen Later

What sparks creativity in a handbag designer who started her journey in interior architecture? Join us for an intimate chat with Marta Torres from Martania Handbags, where she shares her remarkable path from San Salvador to the world of fashion. Marta's whimsical design inspirations have roots in her upbringing and her mother’s 1980s fashion boutique. Revel in the serendipity that led her to handbag design and discover how she translates her interior architecture background into her iconic, playful creations like the strawberry bag.

Ever wondered about the intricacies of launching a stylish brand in a social media-driven market? Marta candidly talks about Martania’s evolution since its inception in 2016, including the hurdles of establishing an online presence in El Salvador. She emphasizes the delicate balance between perfecting a product and the necessity of launching it. Learn how careful research, understanding market trends, and a focus on originality have defined Martania's unique voice and style, making it a beloved name among handbag enthusiasts.

Lastly, explore the innovative and sustainable practices that set Martania apart from other handbag brands. Marta unveils the non-traditional techniques and specialized training that go into crafting their distinctive boxy-structured bags. Gain insights into the challenges of small-team production and the cultural hurdles Marta faces as a young female entrepreneur. Learn how her partnership with her mother has empowered their leadership in the industry. Future aspirations? Marta has plenty, and she’s ready to share how Martania plans to keep growing and innovating in the world of handbag design.


Connect with Marta:

https://www.instagram.com/martaniabags/

Youtube: / Handbagdesigner101-ihda | Instagram:/ Handbagdesigner

TikTok: / Handbagdesigner | Twitter: / Handbagdesigner

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry IconsBy Emily Blumenthal

  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5

5

7 ratings


More shows like Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry Icons

View all
Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity by Seamwork

Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity

717 Listeners

The Glossy Podcast by Glossy

The Glossy Podcast

255 Listeners

The Daily by The New York Times

The Daily

112,946 Listeners

Up First from NPR by NPR

Up First from NPR

56,549 Listeners

Love to Sew Podcast by Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs

Love to Sew Podcast

1,100 Listeners

Crime Junkie by audiochuck

Crime Junkie

368,741 Listeners

Second Life by Second Life

Second Life

2,860 Listeners

Call Her Daddy by Alex Cooper

Call Her Daddy

165,790 Listeners

Articles of Interest by Avery Trufelman

Articles of Interest

3,488 Listeners

The Debrief by The Business of Fashion

The Debrief

44 Listeners

The Mel Robbins Podcast by Mel Robbins

The Mel Robbins Podcast

20,212 Listeners

The ADHD Skills Lab by Skye Waterson

The ADHD Skills Lab

91 Listeners

Fashion People by Audacy | Puck

Fashion People

234 Listeners