MZ Wallace
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Fashion |
| Founded | 1 January 2000 in Soho, New York City, United States |
| Founders | Monica Zwirner, Lucy Wallace Eustice |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Backpacks, crossbody bags, wallets |
MZ Wallace is a luxury fashion label from the United States, established in Soho, New York City, in 2000 by Monica Zwirner and Lucy Wallace Eustice. The company is recognized for merging practical luxury with elegant aesthetics, especially in products like backpacks, crossbody bags, and wallets.
History
Monica Zwirner and Lucy Wallace Eustice first crossed paths in 1985 and later reunited in 1999, united by a shared ambition to create a stylish, resilient, versatile bag that fuses the practicality of nylon with the sophistication of Italian leather. Zwirner’s background includes roles at Gucci, BMW, Lancôme, and Selldorf Architects, while Wallace Eustice contributed experience from Harper’s Bazaar, Elle Magazine, and Manolo Blahnik.
Their inaugural retail location opened in Manhattan in 2000, followed by expanded distribution through prominent department stores such as Bloomingdale's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus. The brand also operates a retail outlet in Chicago. In 2004, MZ Wallace introduced its online store and upholds product integrity by refraining from offering discounts through digital channels.
By April 2023, MZ Wallace achieved certification as a B Corporation, reflecting its commitment to high standards of social responsibility and environmental sustainability.