Mandarina Duck
Italian bag and luggage brand founded in Bologna in 1977, known for functional, lightweight and colorful designs.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
Mandarina Duck is an Italian brand founded in Bologna in 1977 by Paolo Trento and Pietro Mannato. It was created with the idea of turning bags into intelligent, functional, lightweight and colorful objects, introducing technical materials, lightness, resistance and water repellency to a leather goods market dominated by traditional codes. The brand name is inspired by the mandarin duck, a colorful migratory bird described as water-resistant and a faithful travel companion. Its product range includes backpacks, bags and luggage, with lines such as MD20 and DAISY.
History
Mandarina Duck was founded in Bologna in 1977 by Paolo Trento and Pietro Mannato with the idea of turning bags into intelligent, functional, lightweight and colorful objects. In a leather goods market still dominated by traditional codes, classic materials and conventional color palettes, the brand introduced a new vision: bags and luggage designed not as simple containers, but as instruments of everyday freedom. The name is inspired by the mandarin duck, a colorful migratory bird, water-resistant and known as a faithful travel companion. In 1977, the Utility line was born, breaking with the traditional idea of the bag by introducing technical materials, lightness, resistance and water repellency.
Products and positioning
Functional, lightweight and colorful bags and luggage designed as instruments of everyday freedom.
MD20 Backpack
Backpack with handle, large front pocket, and side zip pockets in fabric, with adjustable jacquard straps.
MD20 Small Backpack
Small backpack with handle, large front pocket, and side zip pockets in fabric.
MD20 Medium Crossbody Bag
Medium crossbody bag from the MD20 line.
DAISY Medium size bag
Medium size bag from the DAISY line.
DAISY Small bag
Small bag from the DAISY line.
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