About
Fauna & the Moon is a family-owned business based in Sydney, Australia, specialising in high-quality handmade leather goods. Founded by Sarina, the team has grown to include her husband and their little helpers, their children.
Their commitment is to craft beautiful, functional leather products designed to last for generations.
Heritage
Speedway Shoe Repairs,
Mitcham, England, 1962
From Mitcham, England to Sydney, Australia
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Fauna & the Moon's story begins in the quaint town of Mitcham, England, where Sarina's father, Mario, worked in his father's "Speedway Shoe Repairs."
Surrounded by the smell of leather and the sound of tools, Mario developed a deep love for craftsmanship and quality.
Mario's Journey​
Driven by a dream of warmer weather and a comfortable life, Mario ventured to Sydney, Australia. In this bustling city, he established his own repair shop, aptly named "Mario's Shoe Service." With his skills honed in Mitcham Mario quickly gained a reputation for his meticulous workmanship and dedication to his craft. He passed that down to his daughter Sarina, who in turn developed her own deep love for craftsmanship and leather working.
Mario & Sarina, 2019
Sarina's First Singer Stitcher
A New Chapter: Fauna & the Moon
After spending a decade learning and mastering the art of shoe repair with Mario, Sarina was inspired to create her own leather goods. She opened Fauna & the Moon, a venture that blends tradition with innovation, offering handcrafted leather products that celebrate heritage and craftsmanship.