Sandain 126 Years of Leather Craft and Global Responsibility
Founded in 1899 at Böle Tannery in northern Sweden, Sandain has grown into a premium brand where craftsmanship, design, and global responsibility meet. Early production relied on spruce bark, river water, and time, establishing a philosophy rooted in respect for materials and the belief that true quality must be allowed to take shape slowly.
Today, Sandain’s bags are produced on a small scale by skilled leather artisans at the company’s own factory in Bangladesh. Full grain leather is vegetable tanned without chrome and paired with linings in organic cotton developed by a women’s collective, embedding craftsmanship and community into each piece. Over time, the bags evolve, gaining character through use.
Sandain’s design language is shaped by the northern landscape and guided by simplicity, function, and longevity. The brand has expanded rapidly across Sweden and recently opened its first flagship store in Stockholm, marking a new phase of growth.
At the heart of Sandain’s identity is the Cow Funder Initiative, launched in 2018. The program links every sold bag to tangible change by providing calves to women in rural Bangladesh, supported by training and veterinary care. As the cows contribute to long term livelihoods and eventually to production, a circular system of value is created. With its strong heritage and clear direction, Sandain continues to define a thoughtful approach to contemporary luxury.
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