About Us

Our Philosophy

Maria Williams was born from a deep passion and appreciation for art and design that has been nourished by creativity in all its forms: literature, paintings, sculpture, and architectural design.

Exceptional quality and timeless design, dedicated artistry, and uncompromising attention to detail are the foundation of our brand.

 

Maria Lígia Williams ~ Founder & Creative Director

Maria Lígia Williams was born and raised in Brazil by a family who adored art. From a tender age, Lígia’s appreciation and passion for making beautiful things was fostered by her father’s encyclopaedic knowledge of art, and her mother, a kind-hearted woman whose innate grace and elegance inspired the creation of Maria Williams.

Style, quality and originality have always been at the forefront of Lígia’s creative endeavours. As a teenager and during her time at University, she designed and crafted unique leather accessories for friends and high-end boutiques, receiving praise for the sophisticated style and keen eye for fine details.

Despite her creative aptitude, Lígia pursued a career in Law, a field she loved for the intellectual stimulation and careful attention to detail it required. She completed a Master of Laws Degree (LL.M) at King’s College London. In 2004, Lígia moved to London permanently to marry her beloved, and has since worked as a legal adviser. However, she always felt that life would be incomplete without a substantial application of her artistic interests.

Ten years later, Lígia decided to apply herself wholeheartedly to a new creative project. Whilst still working part-time as a legal consultant she began dedicated study with a master leather craftsman in London, acquiring skills in pattern-cutting, bag construction and leatherwork. After five devoted years of learning every conceivable aspect of designing and making handbags, encouraged by her husband and motivated by their two children, Lígia created Maria Williams; an expression of a lifelong love and dedication to art, design and craftsmanship.