In 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, our founder—armed with a degree in Fashion Design—was working 12-hour shifts as an intern at Pacific Jeans. Despite the valuable experience, he felt unfulfilled and longed to create something of his own.

When the pandemic hit in 2020, a friend and fellow fashion designer suggested starting a business together. At first, they considered selling clothing, but our founder saw greater potential in a less saturated market: leather goods.

With that vision, and the help of his friend, they launched a small leathercraft business during the pandemic. Every product was designed and handcrafted by the founder himself, pouring his creativity and dedication into each piece.

However, as the business began to grow, so did differences between the partners. Over time, the dynamics shifted—what started as a shared passion became one-sided. The partner’s involvement gradually faded, leaving the founder to carry the weight of the entire business. Eventually, it felt less like a partnership and more like working for someone else.

After four years of effort and increasing imbalance, the founder made the difficult decision to step away and leave the business behind.

Driven by the lessons learned and a renewed commitment to excellence, he set out to build something better—something truly his own. In 2025, ESCAVE was born: a brand rooted in craftsmanship, integrity, and a promise to deliver timeless leather goods with exceptional service.

This is just the beginning of our story.