REIMAGAINED ROMANCE
THE CROATIAN WEDDING COLLECTION
HUMAN ARTISTRY
Every year, thousands of wedding dresses end up sitting in closets or, worse, in landfills—used once, then forgotten. At Boulder Babe, we’re challenging this cycle of waste through our Croatian Wedding Collection. We carefully hand-dye and transform these dresses to create fresh, vibrant designs that can be worn again and again.
Our mission is to spark a wedding dress revolution—one that upcycles and transforms gowns so they don’t sit in closets or end up in landfills. By merging art, sustainability, and cultural inspiration, we aim to reshape how people view “once-in-a-lifetime” garments. We believe in empowering everyone to make eco-conscious fashion choices, championing a future where beauty and responsibility go hand in hand.
According to recent studies, the average bride wears her wedding dress for just a few hours—yet it’s made from brand-new materials that can take decades to decompose. Our upcycling process gives these gowns a new lease on life. By breathing fresh style and color into each piece, we help reduce the environmental impact of disposable bridal fashion.
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To challenge the challenges of the fashion cycle, Boulder Babe’s Wedding Dress Upcycle Collection reimagines bridal fashion through the lens of sustainability and artistry.
One of the standout pieces from this collection features a live painting performance on an upcycled wedding dress worn by model Lilia Safi. The dress spins on a turntable at one rotation per minute, allowing me to paint intricate designs directly onto the gown in real-time.
The design combines maximalism with sustainability, transforming a second-hand wedding dress into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Using black and red paint to represent the tears and blood of the exploited workers who create these garments. Pink and white tones are blended in to symbolize the love and joy a bride associates with her wedding gown.
BRIDESMAIDS & BEYOND
Who says only brides can upcycle? Our Bridesmaids & Beyond line invites everyone to join the movement. These upcycled dresses are designed to complement the main gowns—or stand alone as unique pieces for proms, galas, or any event that calls for a touch of conscious glamour.
Our commitment to upcycling doesn’t stop at dresses. “Boulder Bro” is our line of men’s shirts crafted from reclaimed fabrics, dyed to coordinate with our reimagined gowns. By choosing a Boulder Bro shirt, you’re joining a movement that values sustainability, craftsmanship, and the freedom to express your style without adding to fashion’s waste.
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BEYOND THE AISLE: A SUSTAINABLE REVOLUTION
The Croatian Wedding Collection by Boulder Babe is more than just fashion—it’s a call to action. We upcycle once-worn wedding gowns, infusing them with fresh color and contemporary design so they can be cherished long after the big day. By championing sustainable materials, artisanal techniques, and inclusivity, we’re redefining the life cycle of a wedding dress. Explore our upcycled bridal and menswear pieces, donate your gown to be transformed, or reach out to get your own gown customized (learn more about Megan’s Wearable Art here). Join the movement to create a more sustainable future for fashion.