OUR STORY
THE SPARK
What started Ofibera?
Our journey began in the shadow of the Cameron Peak Wildfires in Colorado. As the flames stopped just 10 miles from her home, our founder Curie had an epiphany: it was time to prioritize environmental sustainability. But where do you start?
THE CHALLENGE
The Unsustainable Cycle of Fast Fashion
Soon, the problem of increasing textile waste caught her eye. In seeking to change her own garment buying habits in 2021, Curie encountered a frustrating reality: no company offered clothing that was truly sustainable from creation to disposal. Either the fabrics weren't eco-friendly, or the responsibility for clothes recycling fell solely on the consumer.
Even when the consumer took their clothes to a reseller or recycler, the outcomes were disheartening. In fact, about 66% of discarded clothes in the U.S. are sent to landfills, and only 15% are recycled. Of those recycled, a significant portion is exported to other countries, where they often end up in landfills due to poor quality or lack of demand, exacerbating environmental and health issues in those regions.
OUR SOLUTION
The world doesn't need another clothing brand that adds waste.
It needs brands that champion producer responsibility.
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At Ofibera, every single garment is designed with its end in mind, following these 3 principles:
All things eventually return to the earth. So, we prioritize the end-of-life stage of our garments from the very beginning of the design process.​
CIRCULAR DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS & QUALITY
We prioritize biodegradable natural fibers like hemp and local cotton, crafting durable garments that use less resources, last longer, and recycle better. Our high-quality construction ensures exceptional longevity and sustainability, from creation to end-of-life.
RESPONSIBLE PRODUCTION
Our "Essential 8" approach limits production to 8 timeless designs yearly, breaking the negative cycle of overconsumption and overproduction while promoting mindful fashion choices.
FOR OUR CUSTOMERS,
IT MEANS
Thoughtful Design
Garments are designed for biodegradation and optimal recycling potential​​
Take-Back
Take-back program after 5 years of wear or keep it forever and compost in your garden after use
Slow Fashion
Premium natural fabrics that are durable, long-lasting, and gentle on your body
Limited Quantity
Commitment to our Essential 8 movement with no more than 8 designs per year​​
Classic Styles
Focus on timeless, versatile pieces that are worn frequently
We promise
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Not letting perfection be the enemy of good
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Thoughtfulness in what we create and its impact on the world
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Fair pricing, while prioritizing quality
JOIN US,
LET'S MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER
WE ARE BUILDING A WORLD WHERE SUSTAINABILITY IS COMMON SENSE
