ORIGIN COLLECTION · WELLINGTON · 2026

The more you look, the more you understand.

One pair of jeans. One backpack. Use them.
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THE BUDDY BACKPACK COLLECTION

DESIGNED TO BE UNIQUE

REMADE BY UPCYCLING

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Your jeans already lived one life. We design the next one.

Pack your favourite pair and post them to us. Any denim works — worn, faded, loved.

Every detail tells a story. Share your embroidery concept, and let's create something truly personal. Thoughtfully tailored for you. Share your ideas: ask@usedem.com, and we'll create it together.

Select your preferred tape colour and backpack size to create a piece that's uniquely yours. Tape colour: White or Black. Backpack size: M or L.

YOU USE THEM. THE MOST VALUABLE FEEDBACK WE RECEIVED ABOUT OUR PRODUCTS COMES FROM THE AUTHENTIC STORIES CAPTURED IN ACTION IN EVERYDAY.

FREE REPAIRS

Guaranteed Care for 1 Year in New Zealand and China.

BUDDY RENEWAL

30% off your second Buddy purchase. Return your previous Buddy backpack, and we'll replace it with a brand-new Buddy through our recycling program.

35000+ Bags Crafted Since 2015.

24+ Tonnes Of Denim Remade Into A New Possibilities.

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FREE SHIPPING

For orders over 420 NZD. Ship anywhere, rates available at checkout.

CUSTOMER CARE

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