Ucon Acrobatics is an independent Berlin-based brand founded in 2001 by longtime friends Jochen Smuda and Martin Fussenegger. Known for the motto “minimal design, minimal emission,” the certified B Corp specializes in minimalist, functional urban backpacks and bags crafted primarily from recycled textile waste.

History & Independence

• Started in 2001 by printing T-shirts and selling them at skate events.

• Grew entirely bootstrapped without external investors or outside owners.

• Shifted focus away from apparel to exclusively design contemporary bags and backpacks.

• Headquartered in a former creative studio space in Berlin’s Friedrichshain district.

Design & Philosophy

• Focuses on timeless silhouettes rather than fast-moving seasonal fashion trends.

• Blends creative urban culture with frequent artist collaborations.

• Prioritizes practical functionality for daily city life.

Sustainability & Production

• Certified B Corporation with a high social and environmental impact score.

• Products feature up to 96% single-material recycled textiles sourced from post-consumer waste and PET bottles.

• Engineered for circularity, ease of disassembly, and lower carbon footprints.