Find of the Week: Elvis & Kresse’s Fire-Hose Bag Approach

Structured fire-hose style bag on a wooden bench, unbranded studio still

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This week’s find is Elvis & Kresse’s fire-hose bag approach: the brand rescues decommissioned fire-hose and other waste materials into bags and accessories, per the brand.

Quick answer

Per Elvis & Kresse, since 2005 the brand has rescued London’s decommissioned fire-hoses and donated 50% of profits to the Fire Fighters Charity — bags and belts are core expressions of that story.

Key takeaways

  • Rescued fire-hose materials.
  • 50% of profits to the Fire Fighters Charity, per the brand.
  • UK-based story since 2005.
  • Read live product pages for materials and care.

Context: circular fashion and deadstock meaning.

What is it, per the brand?

Per Elvis & Kresse, the brand began by saving fire-hose from landfill and, since 2005, has rescued London’s decommissioned hoses while donating 50% of profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. Collections include fire-hose bags, belts and related accessories.

Fire-hose style bag hanging on a wooden peg

Who it suits

  • Shoppers who want rescued-material accessories.
  • Anyone packing a sturdy day bag with a story.
  • Readers following B Corp and charity-linked brands.
DetailPer the brandTip
MaterialsDecommissioned fire-hose and other rescued materialsRead each product page
Charity50% of profits to the Fire Fighters CharityVerify current claims on brand pages
Origin storySince 2005Explore About Us timeline
CareFollow product care notesWipe clean; avoid harsh solvents
Always re-check before buying.
Close-up of fire-hose weave texture on a bag strap

Flow Check: Elvis & Kresse

  • What it is: Rescued fire-hose accessories with 50% profits to the Fire Fighters Charity, per the brand.
  • Who it’s for: Shoppers who want rescued-material bags.
  • What to know: Start at elvisandkresse.com. Visit Elvis & Kresse

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FAQ

Is every piece fire-hose?

Fire-hose is central; the brand also works with other rescued materials — check each product.

Travel friendly?

Structured bags pack less flat than soft totes; plan space.

Where based?

Brand story includes Tonge Mill in Kent, per About Us.

Where to start?

Browse fire-hose bags and belts on elvisandkresse.com.

Bottom line

A fire-hose bag earns packing space when the rescued-material story matches how you actually carry.