OUR STORY
Coneli launched in the autumn of 2024 to make everyday bags that are as responsible as they are timeless. We looked at traditional leather—a material often linked with luxury, which carries a heavy environmental cost in water use, carbon emissions, and overproduction—and asked how we could do better. The answer? Plant-based materials that deliver style and quality without compromise. We also decided to produce them in Portugal, where skill and sustainability go hand in hand. Join us in making sustainable fashion more accessible.
What sustainability means to us:
If you look into sustainability transparency is key to all solutions. Vegan leather options often include plastic and are still far from being 100% clean, but their impact on our planet is lower in many ways.
OUR Founders
Conny is the vision behind Coneli. A marketing and sales expert with over 10 years of experience in business development, e-commerce, and strategy. As a working mom and advocate for women in leadership, Conny's mission is to create thoughtful, sustainable products that delight customers and make a positive impact.
Francisco Javier, with his background in brand design and creative direction, is bringing the Coneli vision to reality. He has led design teams worldwide and designed brands for multiple startups across the consumer goods and technology sectors.
Together they are committed to creating products that blend sustainability, functionality, and style for modern women.
Just believe in what feels right
How it all started
Coneli was born out of a personal journey of transformation. As a digital marketer thriving in the fast-paced startup scene of Berlin, I found myself searching for something more meaningful. After relocating my family to Portugal, I embraced a slower, more mindful lifestyle, deeply connected to the surrounding natural landscape. This change led me to reflect on the kind of future I wanted for my children—one that wasn’t defined by the disposable nature of fast fashion, but by environmental responsibility, community, and conscious living.
Inspired by the need for more sustainable alternatives to everyday items like the tote and fanny pack, I envisioned Coneli Bags—a brand dedicated to crafting beautiful, versatile bags using eco-friendly vegan leathers. Each bag is designed to offer timeless style and practicality while staying true to ethical principles. Our bags are hand crafted in Portugal, a country renowned for its expertise in high-quality technical fabrics and craftsmanship. Through Coneli, I aim to support local artisans and contribute to the regional economy, building a future of quality, responsible practices, and opportunity for generations to come.