Sanctuary of Strength
A safe space designed with care for your healing journey
Grounding Exercise
If you feel overwhelmed, try this: Name 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste.
Who We Are
Buddys is a family brand built out of passion that emerged during an ongoing personal healing journey with PTSD.
Creative energy and a powerful drive to give back to others is what lead to the beginning of the brand. Through this journey, Buddys was born, a brand which delivers ethically sourced and eco-sustainable clothing at a price which gives back to the community.
Our signature phrase "How's your buddy?" serves as both a conversation starter and a reminder to check in with yourself and others. This ethos is woven into every garment we create.
Building Connections
Creating safe spaces for open conversations about mental health
Sustainable Fashion
Ethically produced apparel that supports mental health initiatives
Our Mission
Our commitment to mental health support and advocacy.
At Buddys, we believe that supporting mental health is crucial for overall well-being and productivity. It involves creating a supportive environment where individuals feel safe to express their feelings and seek help when needed.
This can include fostering open conversations about mental health, reducing stigma, and ensuring access to resources like therapy and counselling. Encouraging self-care practices through physical activity, mindfulness and healthy social connections.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do
By prioritizing mental health, we contribute to a society where people can thrive emotionally, mentally, and physically, leading to a more compassionate and resilient community.
- Compassion: We approach every interaction with empathy and understanding
- Integrity: We maintain the highest ethical standards in all we do
- Innovation: We continuously seek better ways to support mental health
- Community: We believe in the power of connection to heal and strengthen
- Sustainability: We're committed to environmental and social responsibility
Our Impact
At Buddys, we help by donating proceeds from every sale to the Black Dog Institute supporting their innovative research into Mental Health and suicide prevention. The Black Dog Institute assist with all types of support Including better treatments, Resources for schools, Workplace wellbeing, Youth support and a lot more including one that resonates with the Buddys family being a support service for our emergency workers suffering PTSD and other Mental Health related diagnosis's.
By making any Purchase of the items available at Buddys, not only are you buying quality, you are also making a difference.
Our Team
The visionaries and craftspeople behind Buddys making a difference every day
Buddys was founded by individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges, combined with professionals in mental health, community services, and sustainable fashion. Our diverse team brings together expertise and personal understanding to create meaningful impact.
The Budds' Chloe, Dane, Leanne, and Harrison!
The Founders
PTSD advocates with a vision for functional luxury
You're Not Alone
If this content brought up difficult emotions, remember support is available. Our discreet crisis resources are just one click away.
Be gentle with yourself as you process this information. Consider wrapping yourself in one of our weighted comfort wraps as you reflect.