conscious friday
discover conscious choices
conscious choice
Instead of black friday, by-bar celebrates conscious friday. We are committed to using our business as a force for good by taking responsibility for our impact on our products, people and planet. We’re not there yet, but we are learning and taking action to reduce our impact. By being transparent about our journey and conscious choices, we want to create positive change and hope to inspire others to do the same.
get inspired by our conscious choices!
conscious facts
we’re learning every day, making conscious choices, and taking action to reduce our impact, by putting people and planet first and by offering conscious-made clothes that are designed to last. above some facts we would like to share with you.
• we established and nurtured enduring relationship with our suppliers, many of whom we've collaborated with since the very beginning. this has improved the traceability within our operations.
• our antic styles are made from 100% upcycled cotton. in this process we save an average of 99% water usage per jacket.
• by using more sustainable production methods, we have reduced water usage in our denim production by 70%
• 100% of our shipping boxes are made of recycled material.
• we only offer reusable canvas shopping bags, which allows you to use it over and over again.
• we are a female-led company.
conscious choice
Instead of black friday, by-bar celebrates conscious friday. We are committed to using our business as a force for good by taking responsibility for our impact on our products, people and planet. We’re not there yet, but we are learning and taking action to reduce our impact. By being transparent about our journey and conscious choices, we want to create positive change and hope to inspire others to do the same.
get inspired by our conscious choices!
conscious facts
we’re learning every day, making conscious choices, and taking action to reduce our impact, by putting people and planet first and by offering conscious-made clothes that are designed to last. Above some facts we would like to share with you.
- we are always exploring new, more sustainable alternatives and increasingly work with eco-friendly materials such as organic cotton, ecovero viscose and upcycled materials. currently, 50% of our collections consist of natural fibers.
- almost all orders are packed and shipped in shipping bags by electric cars, reducing air between packages and allowing more efficient transport. this minimizes the delivery driver's trips, helping us reduce our carbon footprint.
- we’ve implemented a new order / return system, which reduces 80% paper in web shop orders.
- we are a female-led company.
- we are in the process of becoming a certified B-Corp. We’re not there yet, but we’re working on it!
conscious tips & tricks
some small adjustments can already lead to quick wins and significant impact. by providing some easy tips & tricks, we hope to inspire you.
1. style advice
did you know we offer personalized style advice? we provide guidance on sizes, fits, and materials to help you make considered choices. this, in turn, aims to reduce returns, allowing us to minimize delivery trips. Which ultimately reduces our carbon footprint.
2. it's a love affair
let’s take care of your garment and treat them with love, it will make them last longer. therefore, we are happy to provide you with some tips & tricks this way, you can enjoy your favorite styles for seasons to come.
3. less is more
wash and dry more consciously. fewer washes lead to lower water consumption and less wear and tear of your clothing. by laundering more carefully, you extend the life of your garment. natural materials, such as wool, actually benefit more from a day of rest than frequent washing. allowing wool to air refreshes its fibers and eliminates bacteria.
4. do it yourself
is your item broken? always consider repair before saying goodbye to your beloved item. perhaps you can sew on a loose button or stitch up a tiny hole yourself, or get help and take it to a tailor around the corner.
2. it's a love affair
let’s take care of your garment and treat them with love, it will make them last longer. therefore, we are happy to provide you with some tips & tricks this way, you can enjoy your favorite styles for seasons to come.
3. less is more
wash and dry more consciously. fewer washes lead to lower water consumption and less wear and tear of your clothing. by laundering more carefully, you extend the life of your garment. natural materials, such as wool, actually benefit more from a day of rest than frequent washing. allowing wool to air refreshes its fibers and eliminates bacteria.
4. do it yourself
is your item broken? always consider repair before saying goodbye to your beloved item. perhaps you can sew on a loose button or stitch up a tiny hole yourself, or get help and take it to a tailor around the corner.
5. conscious choice
we have selected for you our most sustainable items. these items are made from sustainable materials such as organic cotton, ecovero viscose, or upcycled materials.
it’s not just conscious friday. our practices will keep evolving as we learn more, so keep an eye on us.
it’s not just conscious friday. our practices will keep evolving as we learn more, so keep an eye on us.
