Stories with Soul

Smateria team member leaning over net fabric at the workshop, smiling as she works, highlighting the people and care behind every ethically made bag.

Smateria Turns 19: Bags With a Soul, Made by Pe...

As Smateria turns nineteen, we reflect on nearly two decades of creativity, ethical production and the people behind every bag. A milestone shaped by resilience, community and purpose.

Smateria Turns 19: Bags With a Soul, Made by Pe...

As Smateria turns nineteen, we reflect on nearly two decades of creativity, ethical production and the people behind every bag. A milestone shaped by resilience, community and purpose.

Two Smateria Alpha pouches placed on a rocky shoreline, showcasing their transparent net fabric and practical size.

Product Spotlight: The Alpha Pouch Is Arriving ...

The Alpha Pouch arrives next week! Our versatile organiser made from transparent upcycled net is coming to ANZ in four practical sizes. Ethically handcrafted in Cambodia and perfect for everyday...

Product Spotlight: The Alpha Pouch Is Arriving ...

The Alpha Pouch arrives next week! Our versatile organiser made from transparent upcycled net is coming to ANZ in four practical sizes. Ethically handcrafted in Cambodia and perfect for everyday...

Five Smateria Alpha pouches in signature colours, made from transparent net fabric, laid on a rocky shoreline near the water.

More Colours Are Coming to Smateria ANZ!

You asked for more colours, and we listened. Discover why our ANZ collection launched with a curated palette and how you can help choose the next colours heading our way.

More Colours Are Coming to Smateria ANZ!

You asked for more colours, and we listened. Discover why our ANZ collection launched with a curated palette and how you can help choose the next colours heading our way.

Ary sitting with her children and other children of Smateria team members outside the onsite daycare, showing the supportive community around the workshop.

A Workplace That Empowers: Ary’s Return and the...

When Smateria’s HR Manager Ary returned from maternity leave, she did so with confidence - and her little ones just steps away. Discover how Smateria’s on-site daycare is creating real...

A Workplace That Empowers: Ary’s Return and the...

When Smateria’s HR Manager Ary returned from maternity leave, she did so with confidence - and her little ones just steps away. Discover how Smateria’s on-site daycare is creating real...

Smateria artisan crafting upcycled handbag

Welcome to Stories with Soul - the Heart Behind...

Every Smateria bag begins with a story - of creativity, courage, and transformation. Discover what drives our designs and the people who bring them to life.

Welcome to Stories with Soul - the Heart Behind...

Every Smateria bag begins with a story - of creativity, courage, and transformation. Discover what drives our designs and the people who bring them to life.