Like many people, the pandemic gave me time to slow down and think about what really mattered. Working from home for nearly two years created space to reflect on life beyond the daily routine and focus on the things that genuinely make me happy.<\/p>
At the time, I found myself wearing the same clothes day after day and realised I couldn't find the kind of simple, coastal-inspired designs that reflected my love of the ocean, beaches and surfing. So I decided to create my own.<\/p>
What started as a personal project quickly became something much bigger. FinBel was born from a passion for clean design, a connection to the coast, and a desire to build something of my own.<\/p>
\"There is more to life than the normal 9 to 5. If your dreams don't scare you, they're probably not big enough.\"<\/em><\/p> The ocean has always been a place of freedom, adventure and perspective for me. Every FinBel design is inspired by that feeling\u2014whether it's a favourite surf spot, a beach memory, or simply the calm that comes from being close to the sea.<\/p> Just as important is our commitment to doing things responsibly. That's why we work with sustainable materials, minimise plastic use, and support production methods that reduce waste and help protect the environments that inspire our products.<\/p> FinBel isn't just about clothing. It's about carrying a little piece of the coast with you wherever you are.<\/p> Thank you for being part of the journey.<\/p> Adam Barnett<\/strong> Like many people, the pandemic gave me time to slow down and think about what really mattered. Working from home for nearly two years created space to reflect on life beyond the daily routine and focus on the things that genuinely make me happy.<\/p> At the time, I found myself wearing the same clothes day after day and realised I couldn't find the kind of simple, coastal-inspired designs that reflected my love of the ocean, beaches and surfing. So I decided to create my own.<\/p> What started as a personal project quickly became something much bigger. FinBel was born from a passion for clean design, a connection to the coast, and a desire to build something of my own.<\/p> \"There is more to life than the normal 9 to 5. If your dreams don't scare you, they're probably not big enough.\"<\/em><\/p> The ocean has always been a place of freedom, adventure and perspective for me. Every FinBel design is inspired by that feeling\u2014whether it's a favourite surf spot, a beach memory, or simply the calm that comes from being close to the sea.<\/p> Just as important is our commitment to doing things responsibly. That's why we work with sustainable materials, minimise plastic use, and support production methods that reduce waste and help protect the environments that inspire our products.<\/p> FinBel isn't just about clothing. It's about carrying a little piece of the coast with you wherever you are.<\/p> Thank you for being part of the journey.<\/p> Adam Barnett<\/strong> The products that are on offer have the ocean, beach and surfing to thank for the influence they have given.<\/p> We make great products for people who have the same love for the ocean, beach and surfing<\/p><\/li> Sustainability in everything we do.<\/p><\/li> Helping the oceans by cutting out plastic.<\/p><\/li><\/ul> Easy day to day clothes that look great on any of your adventures. <\/p>"},"textColor":{"id":27091169,"value":"#{feature.text.color}"}}}],"properties":{"direction":{"id":27091139,"value":"column"},"icon":{"id":27091140,"value":null},"title":{"id":27091141,"value":"Our Values"},"textColor":{"id":27091142,"value":"#{feature.text.color}"},"backgroundColor":{"id":27091143,"value":"#{feature.background.color}"},"buttonText":{"id":27091144,"value":null},"copy":{"id":27091145,"value":" The products that are on offer have the ocean, beach and surfing to thank for the influence they have given.<\/p> We make great products for people who have the same love for the ocean, beach and surfing<\/p><\/li> Sustainability in everything we do.<\/p><\/li> Helping the oceans by cutting out plastic.<\/p><\/li><\/ul> Easy day to day clothes that look great on any of your adventures. <\/p>"},"template":{"id":27091146,"value":"feature"},"padding":{"id":27091147,"value":"6"},"fullWidth":{"id":27091148,"value":"0"},"fullBackgroundColor":{"id":27091149,"value":"#{feature.fullBackground.color}"},"conditions":{"id":27091150,"value":"[]"}}},{"id":1617485,"type":"newsletterSubscribe","published":1,"size":{"x":12,"y":0},"order":3,"items":[],"properties":{"padding":{"id":27091200,"value":"6"},"spacing":{"id":27091201,"value":"64px"},"font":{"id":27091202,"value":"#{newsletter.title.font}"},"title":{"id":27091203,"value":"Don't miss out."},"copy":{"id":27091204,"value":"Don't miss out on the latest product launches and updates. 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