At Garbags, we believe that true inspiration comes from the perfect balance of sustainability, quality, and innovative design. Since 2011, our journey has been driven by eco-conscious research, experimentation, and technical development. More than just a brand, we embrace a fresh perspective on the world—one that transforms waste into unique, upcycled products while promoting environmental responsibility.

Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond imagination—it’s about action. We see the potential in everyday discarded materials: a coffee package can become a stylish and durable handbag, while a toothpaste tube is reborn as a trendy pencil case. By giving waste a second life, we create zero-waste fashion and accessories, proving that sustainability and creativity go hand in hand.

At Garbags, our goal is simple: to inspire individuals and businesses to rethink their daily waste and see discarded materials as valuable resources. We provide a unique, practical solution for eco-conscious living through our collection of handmade, upcycled products, crafted with care in Portugal.

We believe that business, sustainability, and social responsibility can work together—and we make it happen! By choosing Garbags, you actively contribute to waste reduction and a circular economy.

Every purchase supports a greener planet. With each upcycled product, you're keeping waste out of landfills and helping create a more sustainable world—one repurposed package at a time.

Did you know that only 20% of waste in Portugal is recycled? The rest—much of it durable, high-quality packaging—ends up in landfills. At Garbags, we saw this as an opportunity to rethink waste.

Our products are crafted from upcycled materials originally designed for coffee, pet food, milk, potato chips, and more. These packages were built to hold 2-5 kg, making them exceptionally strong and durable—perfect for transforming into stylish, functional fashion accessories.

For us, upcycling isn’t just about reducing waste—it’s about creating eco-friendly, high-quality products that are durable, fun, and uniquely designed. When sustainability meets creativity, the result is fashion that makes a difference.

We’ve hit an exciting milestone—over 1,000,000 discarded packages have been upcycled instead of ending up in landfills! That’s 100 cubic meters of waste saved, enough to fill two massive trucks or furnish an entire 10-bedroom house.

But at Garbags, it’s not just about the numbers—it’s about the people and the planet. Thanks to our growing community, we now have 100+ regular donors who bring us their used packaging, exchanging waste for fun, personalized upcycled rewards.

Through sustainable innovation, circular economy initiatives, and eco-friendly fashion, we’re reducing waste, strengthening local communities, and proving that trash can have a second life.

At Garbags, sustainability starts with you! We source our used packaging through eco-conscious donations and local partnerships, ensuring that waste gets a second life as stylish, upcycled products.

— P2P Donation Program: Individuals can drop off their used packaging at our shops and become Garbags Donators! As a thank-you, participants enjoy exclusive discounts, special prices, and eco-vouchers for their contributions.

— Local Collection System: Our dedicated team gathers used packaging from cafés, bars, restaurants, local associations, and events, reducing waste while supporting the community.

— GoGreenCorporate Partnerships: Businesses that embrace sustainability join our GoGreenCorporate program, donating packaging or purchasing custom upcycled merchandise—turning corporate waste into eco-friendly brand statements!

By working together, we create a circular economy that benefits both the environment and the people who support it.