KUBEEKA, the brand!
At KUBEEKA, every handbag and accessory is a celebration of time, craft, and intention. Designed and made entirely by hand in San Francisco, each piece reflects meticulous workmanship and quiet luxury—where every stitch, fold, and curve is thoughtfully considered.
Fabiana Matuoka, the designer & artisan!
I am Fabiana Matuoka, the designer and artisan behind the brand. Each handbag is crafted using the traditional saddle stitch technique, a slow process that requires 30–40 hours per piece. This careful, hands-on approach allows me to fully express creativity and ensure each piece is unique and timeless.
My journey began in 2016 in Buenos Aires, where I studied handbag design and construction at Maison Aubele with Erika Trenque. There, I learned to translate ideas into patterns, select the finest materials, and master the techniques needed to construct handbags from start to finish.
In 2018, I moved to San Francisco and trained at Amblard Leather Atelier with Beatrice Amblard, a former Hermès artisan. Under her mentorship, I gained the discipline and precision required to create each piece entirely by hand.
Combining the techniques and knowledge from both mentors, I launched KUBEEKA and began designing my own handbags. My first design, Berry, honors Erika and Beatrice, whose guidance made this journey possible.
Every KUBEEKA handbag embodies intention, care, and artistry—a reflection of the slow, meticulous process that turns leather into a piece of timeless design.