Galapagos Blue Bandana

Galapagos Blue Bandana

$20.00 USD
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Galapagos Blue Bandana

Galapagos Blue Bandana

$20.00 USD

• Design sublimation printed on both sides.
• Lightweight 104 ± 6 g/m² fabric.
• Composition: 100% polyester filament.
• Soft and comfortable feel.
• Repels liquids and accidental splashes; not waterproof.
• UPF 50 sun protection according to the fabric specifications.
• Tear resistant.
• Good color resistance to chlorine exposure.
• Water-repellent finish guaranteed by the fabric manufacturer for the first 50 home washes, when care instructions are followed.
• Base fabric certified to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100.
• Handcrafted.
• Size: 70x70cm

Behind the Design

This design reinterprets the classic aesthetic of traditional bandanas through an identity inspired by Galápagos. Tortoises take center stage in a symmetrical composition, surrounded by symbols, geometric forms, and tribal- and rock-art-inspired figures that evoke an ancestral connection with nature.

The turquoise and aqua color palette is inspired by the ocean surrounding the islands, bringing freshness, light, and a strong sense of the Galápagos landscape. The result is an elegant, organic design full of character, where the traditional language of the bandana meets the natural spirit of Galápagos.

Description

A lightweight, soft, and versatile bandana designed to accompany you while traveling, enjoying outdoor activities, or throughout everyday life.

Its lightweight polyester fabric offers a pleasant feel and a repellent finish that helps protect against liquids and accidental splashes. Each bandana is sublimation printed on both sides, creating a colorful piece that can be worn around the neck, on the head, or as an accessory.

Materials & Sustainability

Made from a woven fabric composed of 100% polyester filament, selected for its lightweight feel, softness, and performance. Its invisible protective finish helps prevent the immediate absorption of water-based liquids and makes the fabric easier to care for when exposed to splashes and dust.

The fabric construction also provides UPF 50 sun protection, along with resistance to tearing and color fading caused by chlorine exposure.

Each side is printed using digital sublimation, a process in which color is transferred directly into the polyester fibers through heat and pressure. This technology allows us to reproduce detailed illustrations, vibrant colors, and smooth transitions while preserving the soft feel of the fabric.

Each bandana is cut, sewn, and finished by hand in a partner family workshop led by women, where every piece passes through skilled hands before becoming a finished product.

Impact

Behind every bandana is a small and human-centered production chain.

We work with a family-run workshop made up of women who are heads of their households, seeking to create stable, fairly paid work, recognize the value of textile craftsmanship, and distribute the opportunities generated by our production more equitably.

At the same time, we choose a durable, washable fabric designed for repeated use. For us, creating responsibly also means making products that can be kept, used, and enjoyed for a long time.

Care Instructions

Made from a woven fabric composed of 100% polyester filament, selected for its lightweight feel, softness, and performance. Its invisible protective finish helps prevent the immediate absorption of water-based liquids and makes the fabric easier to care for when exposed to splashes and dust.

The fabric construction also provides UPF 50 sun protection, along with resistance to tearing and color fading caused by chlorine exposure.

Each side is printed using digital sublimation, a process in which color is transferred directly into the polyester fibers through heat and pressure. This technology allows us to reproduce detailed illustrations, vibrant colors, and smooth transitions while preserving the soft feel of the fabric.

Each bandana is cut, sewn, and finished by hand in a partner family workshop led by women, where every piece passes through skilled hands before becoming a finished product.
• Machine wash at a maximum temperature of 40°C.
• Wash with similar colors.
• Do not mix light and dark colors.
• Do not use fabric softener.
• Do not soak.
• Do not twist or wring.
• Remove all detergent residue completely to help preserve the water-repellent finish.
• Tumble dry on low heat or dry in the shade.
• Do not store while damp.
If ironing is necessary, use a maximum temperature of 110°C.
• Avoid contact with rough surfaces or sharp edges that could snag the fabric.
• Do not apply concentrated disinfectants directly onto the fabric.

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