
Nina Conrad
Oberdiessbach, Switzerland
Marai is a Swiss label born out of a simple, urgent question: what if the sheepskins and hides left over from the food industry could be saved from incineration—and given a new, lasting purpose? The answer is a project rooted in Emmental, where Marai collects these often-overlooked by-products and transforms them, through natural tanning and local craftsmanship, into elegant leather goods and sheepskin accessories designed to last for decades. Every Marai piece tells the story of Swiss land and tradition. Materials are sourced regionally—never globally—and every step, from the farm to the tannery to the workshop, happens within 150 kilometers. The result is radical transparency: you can trace each product’s journey, meet the partners, and see the process, all while supporting local economies and reducing environmental impact. Marai’s values are clear: use natural instead of synthetic materials, honor time-tested traditions, and keep production close to home. The label’s name itself is a nod to Marie Engel, a pioneering figure in the family business’s history, whose spirit of resourcefulness and care still shapes every decision. In a world quick to discard and forget, Marai stands for mindful making, honest materials, and the quiet beauty of things that age with grace.





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