bolsos berlin

bolsos berlin, founded by visionary artist Britta Eppinger, celebrates creativity while prioritising planetary well-being. Britta is the sole creator of the brand’s unique bags, stitching each individual piece herself. With her background as a sculptor and commitment to ethical upcycling practices, the brand aims to create a positive impact on the lives of its customers.

At bolsos berlin, sustainability is at the heart of every design. By upcycling discarded materials like advertising banners, parachutes, and sails, the brand minimises waste and reduces its environmental footprint. Operating on 100% green electricity from Greenpeace Energy, bolsos berlin prioritises renewable energy sources to protect the planet for future generations. The brand’s store interior and workshop in Berlin- Kreuzberg has been conceived, planned and built by the brand itself from used scaffolding poles and ​“restored” horticultural planks. This modular and sustainable construction method incorporates almost no newly produced elements.

Championing the circular economy, bolsos berlin embraces a ​“waste-to-wonder” philosophy, repurposing materials into exquisite upcycled masterpieces. Advertising banners, sails, awning fabric remnants, advertising flags, stage backdrops, school maps and rubber blankets from offset printing are transformed into unique designs. The brand fosters a closed-loop system that minimises environmental impact by promoting reuse and resource efficiency. The upcycling materials are cut with care, and fabric scraps are minimised.

bolsos berlin takes pride in its short, hyper-local supply chain, ensuring transparency and quality throughout production. From sourcing materials locally to handcrafting each bag in its Berlin-Kreuzberg workshop, the brand maintains a direct connection with its customers and suppliers. The brand collaborates with NGOs like Campact e.V. or theatres, museums, and department stores, repurposing their advertising banners, amongst other materials.

As an eco-conscious brand, bolsos berlin doesn’t use animal-derived materials in its designs. Instead, the focus is on upcycling and transforming non-animal materials into beautiful, sustainable fashion pieces.

bolsos berlin embodies the essence of slow fashion, creating timeless designs that transcend trends. By combining expert craftsmanship and durable materials, the brand ensures the longevity of each creation, encouraging customers to cherish their bags for years to come. Repairs are offered for free.

bolsos berlin values transparency and openness. From using green electricity and its ethical banking practices with GLS bank to sourcing materials and the creative process, the brand shares its journey with customers, fostering trust and authenticity. All information is provided via the brand’s detailed blog entries and informative pages.