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Supporting Handmade with Heart: Our "Pay What You Can" Weekend

Supporting Handmade with Heart: Our "Pay What You Can" Weekend

At Brainbows, every stitch, fold and seam tells a story. One of sustainability, creativity, and love. As a small, family-run business, we pour our hearts into crafting each bow tie and pair of suspenders, hoping they bring joy to your wardrobe while making a difference for the planet. This Black Friday, we want to do something different. Instead of flashy discounts or rushing to keep up with big brands, we’re focusing on what matters most: our community. That’s why we’re hosting our very first "Pay What You Can" Weekend. What Is Pay What You Can? The idea is simple: you choose...

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Unboxing Creativity: The Custom Lego Bow Tie from Bowtiebleau

Unboxing Creativity: The Custom Lego Bow Tie from Bowtiebleau

At Brainbows, we’ve always believed that bow ties are more than just accessories— they’re expressions of individuality and creativity. That’s why we were thrilled to receive a unique Lego© bow tie made by fellow bow tie creator Alex, aka Mr. Bow Tie, of Bowtiebleau. When the package arrived, Toon, our Brainbows ambassador and owner of Goliart, was in for a surprise. As someone who frequently designs products inspired by Dendermonde, he was thrilled to receive a bow tie in the city’s iconic colors red and white, with a touch of gold. The golden swirly elements in the design represent the coat of arms of...

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Unboxing: Purple Cork Bow Tie From Brainbows Belgium - by Mr. Bow Tie

Unboxing: Purple Cork Bow Tie From Brainbows Belgium - by Mr. Bow Tie

We received an amazing unboxing and review of our Purple Haze Hipbow, by the wonderful Mr. Bow Tie himself!  On top of all the LEGO® bow ties he creates himself, he also buys and wears unusual and funky bow ties. He wanted to add one of our cork bow ties to his personal collection, and since he loves purple it wasn't a hard choice to make. On top of that, he featured Brainbows in his article about handmade bow tie creators in Europe. If you haven’t read that yet, do check it out later! He writes: "The packaging was really nice with...

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A Creative Reunion: Larry Ma Visits the Brainbows Atelier

A Creative Reunion: Larry Ma Visits the Brainbows Atelier

At Brainbows, we believe that true artistry knows no boundaries, whether it's through words, fabrics, or any other form of self-expression. This philosophy makes us particularly thrilled to announce we had a special guest over at our atelier recently: the independent author Larry Ma, with whom we’ve had the pleasure of collaborating before. This time, Larry didn't just bring their unique style and creative energy, they also modeled for our Deco Stitch collection. The Deco Stitch Collection: Where Elegance Meets Intrigue Our Deco Stitch collection takes inspiration from the bold lines, geometric patterns and elegance of the Art Deco era,...

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Introducing the Inkless Tattoo Collection: A Tribute to Timeless Tattoo Art

Introducing the Inkless Tattoo Collection: A Tribute to Timeless Tattoo Art

At Brainbows, we believe in celebrating individuality and self-expression through unique and meaningful designs. Our latest Inkless Tattoo collection is a perfect embodiment of this philosophy. This collection pays homage to the rich history of tattoo art, drawing inspiration from the legendary Maud Wagner and incorporating four vintage elements that symbolize the essence of tattoo culture: a snake, a pinup face, a death moth, and typography featuring a powerful quote by Franz Kafka. Maud Wagner: The Trailblazing Tattoo Artist Maud Wagner, a name synonymous with the early days of tattoo artistry, was a true pioneer. In an era when tattooing...

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