Marina Lorenzi – A Handbag Brand from Italy Embodying the Soul of Bergamo

English Translation for:  マリーナ・ロレンツィ - ベルガモの魂を宿す、イタリア発ハンドバッグブランド

Originally Appeared in: Mainichi Shimbum on July 4, 2025

Link: https://mainichi.jp/articles/20250704/pr2/00m/020/564000c

Bergamo (Italy), July 4, 2025 – From the hills of Northern Italy to the streets of Tokyo, a quiet revolution in design is beginning to take root. Marina Lorenzi, a handbag designer who has spent over 40 years working with some of Italy’s most prestigious maisons, is now formally introducing her eponymous brand to Japan. Her collection is a reflection of the spirit of her hometown—Bergamo.

Caption: "Bergamo isn’t just a place I live. It’s like a quiet mother, a strict teacher, and a modest muse all at once.” - Marina Lorenzi

The Muse of Stone and Stillness

For Marina, Bergamo is not simply her birthplace—it is the wellspring of her creativity. The city’s dual nature, with the modern rhythm of the Città Bassa (Lower Town) and the timeless silence of the Città Alta (Upper Town), lies at the heart of her design philosophy.

"There are places that are loved without needing to speak loudly. Bergamo is one of them," says Lorenzi.

Her collection embodies harmony—between quiet and strength, past and present. The bags are imbued with colors that seem to dissolve into the passage of time: the beige of worn cobblestones, the deep green of the forest, a soft gold like the afternoon sun, and a velvet-like black that evokes the night. Each piece tells a subtle yet striking story, shaped by light, memory, and texture.

Caption: The Colleoni Chapel stands as a symbol of personal legacy, artistic excellence, and the enduring beauty of Bergamo’s Città Alta.

Forty Quiet Years of Mastery

Marina Lorenzi is a true artisan of leather goods, having created iconic designs for top Italian brands and earned acclaim across Europe. Yet this collection marks a return to her roots—a series of works that give form to her own voice, distinct from anything she has made before.

"For years, I designed within someone else’s aesthetic. But I always longed to speak in my own words. Bergamo gave me that voice."

Caption: “Ambra” One of the signature designs from Marina Lorenzi’s collection.

All materials are sourced exclusively from Italy. The leather is carefully selected for its superior quality, while every clasp and piece of hardware is custom-designed by Lorenzi herself. Every bag is handcrafted by skilled artisans from across Italy, achieving a level of perfection that leaves no room for compromise. The interplay of softness and structural beauty in the forms is a testament to Lorenzi’s singular design sensibility.

Exclusive to Japan via Vetrinamia

Marina Lorenzi’s collection is now available exclusively in Japan through Vetrinamia, a curated platform showcasing the finest European craftsmanship. Her pieces, steeped in tradition, a strong sense of place, and a quietly powerful aesthetic, are now being offered to discerning Japanese women who seek authenticity and refinement.

"My handbags are born from the philosophy of Bergamo—strength within stillness, beauty within proportion, and identity within elegance."