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Breaking In: A Change of the Guard in the Bootmaking World

Breaking In: A Change of the Guard in the Bootmaking World

Shoe giant Timberland long stood as a bastion of quality within the throwaway world of fashion. As its standards have slipped, industry rivals refuse to pick up the slack. The mainstream of the shoe industry is banking on customers accepting a new normal.

Introducing: Thought Clothing

Introducing: Thought Clothing

Warmer climes and (slightly) sunnier skies are finally here. Summer travels beckon and the sartorial challenge of summer dressing while avoiding non-stop beach wear must be attended to. Look no further than our July spotlight brand, Thought Clothing (formerly Braintree Clothing).

The BuyMeOnce Kitchen: Build a Kitchen to Last a Lifetime

The BuyMeOnce Kitchen: Build a Kitchen to Last a Lifetime

We spend a healthy chunk of our lives in the kitchen. Here at BuyMeOnce we believe that a kitchen should be filled with long-lasting, durable products that can withstand rigorous daily use and are robust enough to pass on to the next generation. 
5 BuyMeOnce Wedding Gifts for Every Budget

5 BuyMeOnce Wedding Gifts for Every Budget

Give the happy couple something so solid it can be handed down through the generations. A gift as durable as their commitment to each other.

5 Reasons to Buy Built-To-Last, Eco-Friendly Products

5 Reasons to Buy Built-To-Last, Eco-Friendly Products

Our guest writer Cody from EcoShoppr shares the reasons he’s buying things once and buying things green. The shopping world in 2016 may seem totally materialistic and impulse driven. But there’s good news: it’s changing. There can be enormous value in just pausing, taking a breath, and moving a small step back before you get catapulted to the checkout.

Spotlight on Miele: Washing Machines and Vacuums, Made Better

Spotlight on Miele: Washing Machines and Vacuums, Made Better

When it comes to appliance longevity, Miele claim to set the bar. Their motto is “Immer Besser”, “Forever Better” in English. The method is quality over quantity, legacy over short-term profit. And their philosophy isn’t just unique among the giants of appliance manufacturing -- it's quite unique among large companies in general.
Discover sustainable luxury with Elvis & Kresse | Buymeonce.com

Discover sustainable luxury with Elvis & Kresse

Elvis & Kresse is a BuyMeOnce brand to its core. They create beautifully crafted luggage and accessories from ultra durable, reclaimed materials. Decommissioned fire hose, salvaged from British Fire Brigades, is at the heart of everything they do. Elvis & Kresse re-work this sturdy hero into timeless, useful designs that are made to last.
Brew the Best Espresso of Your Life with ROK

Brew the Best Espresso of Your Life with ROK

At BuyMeOnce, we’re keen to help you build a kitchen to last you (and your grandchildren’s grandchildren) a lifetime. And if you’re anything like us in the office, your day consists of running back and forth to the coffee machine just to keep upright, which is why we were so excited to come across the London-based brand ROK Kitchen Tools.
How to Create the Best Sustainable Summer Capsule Wardrobe

How to Create the Best Sustainable Summer Capsule Wardrobe

In principle, capsule wardrobes seem simple; adopting the concept and knowing where to begin, however, less so. The summer capsule wardrobe presents its own set of challenges thanks to the demands on us from work, travel and weather. Let BuyMeOnce be your guide to the sartorial challenge of how to create a summer capsule wardrobe.
BMO behind the scenes: How sustainable are H&M?

BMO behind the scenes: How sustainable are H&M?

With the marked increase in sustainable and conscious offerings from big name high street players, we wanted to take a closer look at the sustainability credentials of these brands, starting with H&M. We want to know whether there’s genuine merit in their claims and whether, beyond the hype, their conscious collections offer pieces to be proud of that are worth investing in, or whether they’re yet more of the same dressed up in a little greenery.
BuyMeOnce Behind the Scenes: GFX Sustainable Fashion Event

BuyMeOnce Behind the Scenes: GFX Sustainable Fashion Event

A recycled clothing catwalk show, a clothes swap party, a market selling sustainable clothing and accessories. Stitch that all up with a DJ and launch it in New York’s Brooklyn Mirage. The result? The sustainable fashion party of the summer. Check out our behind the scenes view of GFX's Daft Brunch.
7 Reasons Why a Maxwell Scott Bag is a Great Lifetime Investment

7 Reasons Why a Maxwell Scott Bag is a Great Lifetime Investment

A good handbag or briefcase can make you feel instantly put together and ready to take on the world. Whilst we don’t encourage disposable fashion, we do believe in carefully choosing good pieces and investing in personal style. Rather than pouring hundreds of pounds into designer bags that might be on trend for a year or two, we think a timeless Maxwell Scott bag - warrantied for 25 years - is worth every penny. Here’s a few reasons why.