MARK / GIUSTI Returns to the GCC – Press Days Riyadh & Dubai
MARK / GIUSTI Relaunches in the Middle East
MARK / GIUSTI, the Italian luxury lifestyle brand founded by Mark Farhat Giusti nearly two decades ago, announces its official relaunch in the Middle East in partnership with The Qode, part of the Karla Otto Group, one of the world’s leading luxury communications groups.
Recognised for its handcrafted Italian leather bags and accessories, the brand is strengthening its presence across the GCC luxury market, bringing its distinctive combination of Italian craftsmanship, mosaic-inspired design, and vegetable-tanned leather to clients across the region.
Press Days in Riyadh and Dubai
The relaunch will be marked by MARK / GIUSTI’s participation in two exclusive press days introducing the brand’s collections of luxury Italian leather bags, crossbody bags, business bags, and small leather goods to regional editors and partners.
Riyadh — 2 February 2026
Dubai — 5 February 2026
Alongside these events, MARK / GIUSTI will continue to strengthen its presence across Doha and AlUla through meetings, cultural engagement, and strategic partnerships across fashion, hospitality, and design.
These moments mark the beginning of a renewed and long-term commitment to the Middle East luxury market.
Handcrafted Italian Leather Bags Inspired by Mosaic Art
Entirely handcrafted in Italy, MARK / GIUSTI is recognised for its refined luxury leather bags, crossbody bags, business bags, and small leather accessories inspired by Roman Cosmati mosaics, Byzantine architecture, and Mediterranean culture.
Each piece is produced using certified vegetable-tanned leather, a traditional and environmentally responsible tanning process that enhances the natural beauty and durability of the leather over time.
By combining timeless design, sustainable materials, and artisan craftsmanship, the brand has established a distinctive identity within the world of contemporary luxury leather goods made in Italy.
A Renewed Presence in the GCC
MARK / GIUSTI is not new to the region. The brand has previously collaborated with leading luxury department stores including Harvey Nichols and Bloomingdale’s in Dubai and Doha, achieving strong commercial results while building long-standing relationships with clients across the GCC.
These collaborations helped introduce the brand’s collections of Italian leather bags and personalised luxury accessories to the region, making the 2026 relaunch a natural continuation of this connection.
Beyond its core collections, MARK / GIUSTI is distinguished by its bespoke and personalisation services, creating one-of-a-kind luxury leather pieces handcrafted in Italy.
Clients can commission personalised creations ranging from:
• luxury business bags
• custom luggage sets
• handcrafted leather accessories
• personalised luxury leather gifts
Finishes may include 18k gold foil initials or sterling silver personalisation, allowing each piece to become a unique expression of its owner.
Casa Giusti and a Cultural Vision
As part of this next chapter, MARK / GIUSTI aims to strengthen its presence in the region as a luxury lifestyle and cultural platform, expanding beyond traditional retail through hospitality collaborations, private projects, and direct-to-consumer experiential spaces described as “This Is Not a Store.”
This philosophy was first introduced in Milan in 2024 through Casa Giusti, the brand’s flagship creative hub located in the Porta Venezia Design District.
Conceived as an evolving apartment-style space, Casa Giusti connects art, design, sustainability, and craftsmanship through installations, creative collaborations, and cultural dialogue.
Founded by Mark Farhat Giusti, a British-Mediterranean creative of Lebanese origin, the brand is shaped by a cross-cultural perspective that naturally positions MARK / GIUSTI as a bridge between Italian craftsmanship and Middle Eastern appreciation for heritage, artistry, and luxury.
Through design, craftsmanship, and meaningful relationships, MARK / GIUSTI continues to foster dialogue between East and West, creating products and experiences that celebrate both traditions.
