Barts

Barts is a manufacturer of technical and fashionable winter clothing. The focus is on headwear for young and old. People, sunshine and life itself - inspired by the very simple things, Barts, the creative forge from Amsterdam, has developed into a strong brand in the winter accessories sector with a wide product range and great attention to detail and is now successful throughout Europe.

The adventure of the knit caps specialist Barts began in the summer of 1986, when Dutch-born Bart Koene decided to sew his own swim shorts during an internship in France after completing his training as a tailor. On the beach in Saint-Tropez, he sold all his goods in just six weeks. The only advertising he used was a simple bamboo stick to which he attached a sign and presented his handmade goods. This success laid the foundations for an internationally successful winter accessories company.

With his hard-earned money, Bart Koene sets off on a trip around the world. In Bali, he buys high-quality, unusual fabric for further shorts creations. He returns to Saint-Tropez with several hundred swim shorts and enjoys life. Over the next six years, the successful entrepreneur added neckwear and headscarfs to his range. Each year, Bart Koene's collection became bigger, better and more beautiful - scarves, a kids' collection, gloves, socks and thermal underwear were added. The founder soon turned his attention to winter fashion, which was his breakthrough and made the brand internationally famous. The popularity of Barts products grew throughout Europe, leading to the establishment of a head office in Amsterdam. When this quickly became too small, the company boss took over sales.

His products are now among the most popular winter accessories in Europe and Canada. Today, the range includes hats, knit caps, socks, thermal underwear, caps, ear protection, headbands and gloves. Barts reinvents itself every season and sets new standards in quality and design with knit caps that can only be found in the best stores in Europe. The popular winter accessories brand owes its unmistakable spirit to its founder. Believe in yourself and stay true to yourself - this is his most important personal principle, which should also inspire Bart's customers.