Mark Ryden

l and time while maintaining a presentable and status-enhancing image. The company has expanded globally with representative offices in Italy, Spain, Indonesia, China, and a dedicated U.S. branch launched in 2025 to provide localized service and exclusive collections. Mark Ryden is committed to sustainable fashion, integrating eco-conscious practices and carbon-neutral shipping to reduce its environmental impact.

Philosophy

Mark Ryden's philosophy centers on 'Making mobility easier' by pioneering seamless mobility solutions combined with unparalleled style. The brand focuses on innovation at every stitch, merging utility with comfort in compact designs. Durability and avant-garde craftsmanship are key, aiming to provide products that look exceptional and endure the rigors of travel. Sustainability is integral, with a commitment to eco-conscious practices that do not compromise elegance or durability.

Sustainability

Commitment: Mark Ryden is committed to reducing its environmental impact by partnering with carbon removal companies vetted by scientists at Carbon Direct. For every order, the brand calculates shipping emissions and uses part of its revenue to remove an equivalent amount of carbon from the atmosphere. Excess funds support the development of advanced carbon removal technologies. Achievements: Removed thousands of tons of carbon from the air; Delivered over 10 million orders with carbon-neutral shipping Approach: Integrates sustainable fashion forward practices by fostering eco-conscious production without compromising product elegance or durability.

Founders

ChangSha Pinguan Leather Trade CO. Founders, Background: Four young entrepreneurs who established the company in 2010, initially entering the luggage industry and later founding the canvas brand Muzee in 2011 before creating the Mark Ryden brand in 2013.

Background

Founded in 2010 by a group of young entrepreneurs under ChangSha Pinguan Leather Trade CO., Mark Ryden evolved from the canvas brand Muzee (2011) to establish its own identity in 2013. The company expanded its design capabilities by opening a luggage design studio in London in 2015 and deployed products globally by 2016. Recognized as a Top 10 brand on AliExpress in 2018, Mark Ryden further internationalized by founding HongKong Pinguan Leather Trade CO. in 2020 and launching a U.S. branch in 2025. The brand is known for independent R&D, self-production, and global trade partnerships, with manufacturing primarily in China and Indonesia to balance quality and competitive pricing.

History

Year: 2010. Event: Company establishment under ChangSha Pinguan Leather Trade CO. by four young entrepreneurs entering the luggage industry.; Year: 2011. Event: Founded the canvas brand Muzee, marking formal entry into the bag industry.; Year: 2013. Event: Created the Mark Ryden brand with the slogan: New Brand, New Identity, New Line, New Style.; Year: 2015. Event: Established a luggage design studio in London, UK, enhancing design capabilities.; Year: 2016. Event: Expanded to global markets, increasing international customer base.; Year: 2018. Event: Honored as one of the Top 10 brands on AliExpress.; Year: 2020. Event: Founded HongKong Pinguan Leather Trade CO. to better serve international clients.; Year: 2023. Event: Accessed emerging platforms Kickstarter and Indiegogo, with successful crowdfunding for new designs.; Year: 2025. Event: Launched Mark Ryden U.S. with a U.S.-based warehouse and exclusive collections for the American market.