Man&Del was founded by Karl Manfredi, who has always had a passion for fashion and design. His teacher noticed this already in middle school and recommended that he pursue a creative career, but life often has other plans. 

But his love for beautiful things never let him go. Especially handbags aroused his interest. This little universe that women carry with them every day. Full of mysterious objects, large and small, useful and expendable, but mostly very personal. For men there is often only a shake of the head and the realization that it will remain an unfathomable mystery forever.   

In our modern world, meetings and business lunches are part of everyday life. A notebook, laptop or tablet is a constant companion. Stowed in lifeless, black plastic bags. Like protective suits that you put on when you enter a sterile room. Unlovely, interchangeable, boring.

Karl Manfredi wanted to create something more stylish here. With more courage for colour, noble materials and accessories. With love for detail, something beautiful that lasts.

Soft, curved lines, an elegant woven leather handle that forms a drop shape, the metal button on the front, these are all unmistakable style elements that make Man&Del bags so unique. Design is our top priority, along with a particularly smooth leather and high-quality workmanship. The removable inner pocket, which can also be ordered in various colours, is particularly practical.

Stylish. Unique. Versatile. So, every one of our bags sets off to find the woman of her life.

Karl Manfredi lives with his family in the Italian Alps. He holds a degree in Economics from the University of Trento, a Master’s in International Management from ZfU Zurich/Boston, and diplomas from Harvard Business School, Babson College, Northwestern University (USA) and CEIBS Shanghai (China). He speaks five languages and is an enthusiastic regatta sailor in his spare time.

Karl Manfredi is also co-owner of the Relais & Châteaux “Terra the Magic Place”  Hotel and Restaurant. The Restaurant is awarded with two Michelin stars and is known as one of the most creative in Italy. Karl Manfredi is certified sommelier since 1999.