GRÜNWASCHEN is a Berlin concept store for independent fashion, upcycled pieces and reconstructed clothing, located at Rosa-Luxemburg-Str. 25 in Berlin-Mitte.
The store curates clothing, bags, jewelry and accessories from independent designers and small brands, with a focus on pieces that are more specific than standard retail. This includes upcycled garments, reconstructed pieces, limited collections and one-of-a-kind items.
If you are looking for upcycled fashion in Berlin, GRÜNWASCHEN offers a changing selection both in store and online.
What upcycled fashion means at GRÜNWASCHEN
Upcycled fashion can include garments made from existing clothing, deadstock textiles, leftover materials or reconstructed pieces. Instead of producing something completely new from new material, designers transform what already exists into something different.
At GRÜNWASCHEN, upcycling is not treated as a single look or style. An upcycled piece can be minimal, sculptural, colorful, graphic, practical or experimental. The important part is the design approach, the use of existing resources and the way the piece has been transformed.
Some pieces are visibly reconstructed, while others are more subtle. Many are produced in very limited quantities or available only once.
Our approach to sustainability
At GRÜNWASCHEN, sustainability is not treated only as an environmental category. The store also focuses on supporting small brands, avoiding exploitative production, respecting people’s time and skills, and offering fashion that is produced more transparently.
Upcycling and reconstruction are part of this approach, but not the only part. Not every piece in the store is produced in the same way, and not every designer works with the same materials or methods. The overall focus is on slower, more specific and more individual approaches to fashion.
This means looking at clothing not only as a finished product, but also as a result of labor, material choices, design decisions and production conditions.
Designers working with upcycling and reconstruction
The current GRÜNWASCHEN selection includes designers and brands working with upcycling, reconstruction, existing garments, deadstock materials and small-scale production. Availability changes regularly, and not every designer or piece is always available online.
Azul Ballestero
Azul Ballestero is a Berlin-based fashion and textile designer exploring clothing through deconstruction and reconstruction. Working with existing garments as raw materials, each piece is taken apart, fragmented and reassembled into new forms.
The work uses upcycling as both method and language, transforming garments while keeping traces of their previous life visible. The result is positioned between fashion and object, with a focus on material, value and permanence.
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COUTURE RELOADED
COUTURE RELOADED focuses on giving discarded clothes a new life through upcycling. Their process begins with selecting high-quality discarded garments that still have potential.
These garments are then deconstructed, and components such as fabrics, buttons and zippers are recovered and reused. The result is fashion that works with existing materials instead of treating them as waste.
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Atelier J.Santana
Atelier J.Santana works with structure, construction and strong visual lines. Denim plays an important role in the designer’s work because of its strength and rigidity, which creates a solid base for transformation.
Patchwork and reconstruction are used as design interventions. Existing denim pieces can be transformed into new garments, where every line, cut and seam has a clear purpose.
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What you can find in the raw and upcycled edit
The raw and upcycled edit includes selected pieces that use reconstruction, reuse, deadstock materials, textile transformation or a more experimental approach to production.
You may find:
- upcycled jackets and coats
- reconstructed dresses, skirts and tops
- pieces made from existing garments or deadstock materials
- one-of-a-kind items
- statement pieces from independent designers
- accessories and bags with unusual construction
- experimental fashion produced in small quantities
Because many of these pieces are limited or one-of-a-kind, availability changes regularly.
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Why choose upcycled clothing?
Upcycled clothing can be a way to reduce the need for new materials, extend the life of existing textiles and support designers who work with more resourceful production methods.
It can also make a wardrobe more individual. Upcycled pieces often have specific details, irregularities or construction choices that make them harder to replace with a standard mass-market item.
For shoppers, this means that an upcycled piece is often not only about sustainability. It is also about finding clothing with a clearer identity, a stronger shape or a more specific story.
Some upcycled and reconstructed garments also work as statement pieces, especially when the material, cut or construction becomes the main visual idea. You can read more in our guide to statement pieces in Berlin.
Independent designers and small-scale production
GRÜNWASCHEN works with independent designers and brands that produce in smaller quantities or use alternative approaches to fashion production. Not every piece in the store is upcycled, but the selection often includes reconstructed garments, deadstock materials, limited pieces and small-batch accessories.
This makes the store relevant for people looking for fashion that is more individual than high-street retail and more practical than a purely conceptual fashion piece.
The goal is not to make sustainability look like a compromise. The goal is to offer clothing and accessories that are considered, specific and wearable.
Some upcycled and reconstructed pieces are also part of our Made in Berlin edit, which highlights Berlin-connected designers and local independent fashion.
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GRÜNWASCHEN
Rosa-Luxemburg-Str. 25
10178 Berlin
Germany
The store is located in Berlin-Mitte, next to Volksbühne and close to Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz and Alexanderplatz.
Current opening hours, contact details and location information are available on the contact and about pages.
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FAQ
Where can I buy upcycled fashion in Berlin?
GRÜNWASCHEN is a Berlin-Mitte concept store that curates upcycled fashion, reconstructed clothing, independent designers, bags, jewelry and accessories.
Is every piece at GRÜNWASCHEN upcycled?
No. GRÜNWASCHEN carries upcycled and reconstructed pieces, but also independent designer clothing, accessories, bags, jewelry and selected fashion objects. The raw and upcycled edit focuses on pieces connected to reuse, reconstruction or alternative production methods.
Which upcycling designers are available at GRÜNWASCHEN?
The current selection may include designers and brands working with upcycling and reconstruction, such as Azul Ballestero, COUTURE RELOADED and Atelier J.Santana. Availability changes regularly.
Are upcycled pieces one-of-a-kind?
Many upcycled and reconstructed pieces are one-of-a-kind or produced in very small quantities. Availability can change quickly, especially for last-piece items.
Can I shop upcycled pieces online?
Yes. Selected upcycled and reconstructed pieces are available online in the raw and upcycled edit. Some items may only be available in store or may sell out quickly because they are limited.
Is upcycled fashion sustainable?
Upcycled fashion can be a more resource-conscious approach because it uses existing materials, deadstock textiles or garments that are transformed instead of being discarded. The exact production method depends on the designer and the piece.
Where is GRÜNWASCHEN located?
GRÜNWASCHEN is located at Rosa-Luxemburg-Str. 25 in Berlin-Mitte, next to Volksbühne and close to Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz and Alexanderplatz.