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Mulberry

British premium handbag and accessories brand Mulberry is recognised by its famous tree logo, which was originally designed by founder Roger Saul’s sister. He developed the brand in 1971 in Somerset, south-west England, where his first designs included leather belts. Further accessories including handbags and a womenswear line followed soon after in 1979. Despite its heritage, Mulberry has faced the pressures of changing consumer habits and has made double-digit losses in recent years. But this has not stopped the brand moving forward and in September 2024 it achieved B Corp status.

News

Mulberry's British Pasture Leather collection focused on a transparent supply chain

First Look: Mulberry's new collection celebrates tradition and transparency

Mulberry has launched a new capsule for its 55th anniversary, aiming to show how transparent leather supply chains can positively impact people and planet through regenerative farming and localised sourcing.

Mulberry reports ‘year of decisive progress’ as sales rise

Mulberry has reported a rise in group sales in the 52 weeks to 28 March 2026, following a strong second half for the British premium handbag and accessories brand.

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Mulberry spotlights UK manufacturing in new spring campaign

Mulberry has launched the final instalment of its “Back to the Mulberry Spirit” campaign trilogy for the spring 26 season, as the British brand continues to emphasise its UK manufacturing base and sustainability credentials.

Can Christopher Kane revive Mulberry's ready-to-wear?

Mulberry’s appointment of Christopher Kane to lead its renewed ready-to-wear push signals a bold creative reset, Drapers examines what it could mean for the business.

Christopher Kane to resurrect ready-to-wear at Mulberry

Scottish designer Christopher Kane has been tapped to lead Mulberry's renewed ready-to-wear strategy.

How Mulberry is embedding its 'Made to Last' ethos

Ahead of speaking at Drapers Conscious Fashion Summit, Mulberry head of group sustainability Rosie Wollacott shares how she is embedding the Made to Last manifesto across the heritage brand and driving progress towards a more circular fashion business.

Analysis and commentary

How Mulberry is embedding its ‘Made to Last’ ethos

Looking to the future: New Look’s first lady, Helen Connolly

Mulberry and Frasers Group: the industry’s view

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International franchises: growing gains or growing pains?

Mulberry’s roadmap to net zero by 2035

Mulberry CEO on launching its ‘Made to Last’ manifesto

Mulberry is Frasers’ pick of the crop

Premium Indicator, January 11 2016