FreshUp for a Sustainable Halloween

Halloween is upon us. And if like us, you’re looking for ways to become more sustainable and adopt a circular mindset, that means it’s time to get creative, crafty and clever with some DIY costumes.

The added push on sustainability means less of us are inclined to buy from new, particularly for a one-off occasion. And creating something from scratch also means you will have something that’s totally unique.

So where does Bosch come in? Well, if you haven’t heard about our FreshUp device yet, it could be just the thing you need to freshen up old fabrics, pre-loved costumes, or hard to wash materials, or even vintage costumes that have been in storage for a few years. The innovative technology behind the FreshUp means you are also saving energy on washing and potentially spoiling delicate fabrics and designs.

Is your loft full of boxes of old clothes and costumes you haven’t worn in years? Now could be the time to dig them out and create something new from your pre-loved garments. 90s-style feather boas, sequins and masks can also be revived with the FreshUp gadget. But be mindful not to use on plastics - turn fabrics that contain sequins inside out. As we know, putting sequined clothing in the washing machine can risk losing sequins or damaging the clothing, so the FreshUp is the perfect solution for those tricky-to-wash garments.

Retro and vintage Halloween costumes are a great way to revisit previous eras and bring some nostalgia into your Halloween celebrations. But they shouldn’t come with the musty odour that often comes with years of storage!

Kids change their favourite fictional characters almost year on year, and they’re often the go-to when ‘Trick or Treat’ season hits. But why waste money buying new costumes every year?

There are some super creative ways to use old fabrics such as curtains, duvet covers, or cushion covers and turn them into something fun and playful for your little one’s trick or treat event. This is where the FreshUp comes in handy again. Whether you’re short on time or don’t want to add to your washing loads, remove odours and leave your fabrics feeling like new. Your little one will have a costume to envy that will look and feel as though it was bought from new!

Halloween parties that go the extra mile may leave your outfits a little musty afterwards. Smoke machines, food and drink spillages all put your delicate garments at risk. And as we know, complex outfits and fabrics can’t just be popped on a fast wash like your regular clothes. The FreshUp technology removes bacteria and viruses as well as unwanted odours, so it’ll be a welcome addition on your Halloween travel.

Alternatively, if you’re heading to a Halloween party out of town, you might want to pop the portable FreshUp in your luggage too so costumes can be freshened up before they’re worn, and before they’re taken back home. This will not only save on washing but also saves other clothes from being contaminated with odours!

Portable, sustainable, and user-friendly, the Bosch FreshUp will be one of the best additions to your appliance collection. Easing the burden of laundry, it’s also great for holidays and on-the-go. Learn more about our one-of-a-kind fabric refresher here.