Every order over $100 removes 1 lb of plastic from the ocean!
Our current impact:
1 Order = 1 lb of Plastic Removed
At BEDI, we’re committed to sustainability and protecting our planet’s precious oceans. That’s why we’re excited to announce a new initiative: now, every BEDI order over $100 will remove 1 pound of plastic from the ocean — at no additional cost to you!
We’ve partnered with 4Ocean, a global leader in ocean conservation that has already recovered over 38 million pounds of trash from our oceans, rivers, and coastlines since 2017. Your BEDI order helps 4Ocean continue their vital work to restore our seas and protect marine life.
As a brand, our dedication to our oceans runs deep. Not only are our coats and many of our bags crafted from recycled fishing nets and other ocean waste, but we also believe in actively supporting efforts that make a tangible impact. By choosing 4Ocean, we ensure every pound of plastic removed is tracked and accounted for by a trusted, purpose-driven organization.
How Else Does BEDI Work to Protect Oceans?
Water Preservation
One of the benefits of using primarily recycled materials is the reduction in water use.
For example, we do not have to make any bag straps. We simply use existing seatbelts.
The main material we use in our collections is Econyl, from Aquafil. Econyl is made from recycled materials, including fishing nets and carpet waste. The regeneration process which allows these materials to be turned into nylon is done in a sustainable closed loop manufacturing system, and uses far less water than conventional nylon.
For example, according to the eco-profiles of a plastic industry project, 1 kg of virgin Nylon requires 663 kg (or 663 litres) of water to make. [2] In comparison, the total water used for the production of 1 kg of Econyl FDY (Fully Drawn Yarn) is approximately 11 litres (or 11 kg) [3]
When it comes to making our coats and bags, they are made by hand in small batches, and require no water to make.
On a smaller scale, we are mindful of water usage in our office and our store. We have low-flow faucets and toilets, and we only use biodegradable soap and cleaning supplies.
We are mindful of our products' impact on our water system after they leave the store also. Please see our care guide page for a note on microplastics.
Saving The Seas
The main material we use in our designs is ECONYL®, a highly sustainable and durable fabric from Italian textile manufacturer Aquafil. One of the main components in this robust fabric is regenerated fishing nets.
ECONYL’s parent company, Aquafil, is a key partner of The Healthy Seas Foundation, aiming to eliminate abandoned fishnets causing unnecessary deaths and harm to marine life. Volunteer divers retrieve this marine waste from fish farming and fishing industries without disturbing marine ecosystems. The fishnets are subsequently cleaned, sorted, and sent for regeneration.
This impressive material is stretchy when woven, relatively tough, and easy to weave into tightly knit garments and industrial textiles. Not only does it come from sustainable sources, it is also infinitely recyclable.
You can find Econyl used in all our outerwear, most of our bags, and some of our smaller objects
Minimizing Waste in Production
Salvaging and upcycling existing materials is the most obvious way in which we reduce waste. However, there are many things we do behind the scenes to minimize waste!
The main material we use is a robust, recycled nylon, made from recycled fishing nets and carpet waste. This beautiful, durable material is made in Italy, and we receive it in large bolts. As we prepare to cut this material, we’re able to use technology to determine the optimal layouts to cut from each bolt of fabric.
As we make everything in small batches locally, we’re able to make tweaks and adjustments in real time to minimize waste.
Keeping BEDI out of Landfills
Our efforts to minimize waste don’t stop when our products leave the store.
The quality of our materials and the quality of our craftsmanship means we are able to offer a lifetime guarantee on all BEDI outerwear and bags. Fifteen years from now, if a zipper fails, you don’t have to take on the burden of finding someone who will repair it. We will fix it, for free, so you can keep enjoying your coat for many years.
It’s also important to consider style. What’s the point of a coat or bag that will last forever, if the colour or design will be out of style in a year? Trends come and go, and a bold coloured puffy jacket that may be “in” right now, might seem dated in a few years. That’s why all BEDI products have a classic, minimalist design that will never go out of style. We have a core collection of classic colours for outerwear and bags: Black, Navy, Evergreen and Graphite. We periodically do small runs of limited-edition colours (such as this season’s Bordeaux colour!) always with a focus on colours that will look classic no matter the trends of the day.
Lastly, we offer a trade-in program, which we call our “Second Life” program. If your tastes change, or you find you need a different size in future, you can arrange to return your BEDI piece to us, in return for 25% credit towards the purchase of a product of same or similar value. Pieces that are returned to us are refurbished to meet our high standards, and then sold at a discount in our Second Life section of our website.
OUR CERTIFICATIONS
We are proud to have the following certifications
