This is our story
Glassy Europe was founded in 2010 by two young friends from Huelva, Víctor and Pau, passionate about design, water sports, travel, nature, and ultimately, everything related to the #VanLife lifestyle. Both were pursuing the dream of creating a different brand, one of quality and design, but above all, of in-house and sustainable manufacturing to actively participate in the entire process.
They say that if you have a dream, the magic formula to make it come true is dedication, perseverance, and enthusiasm in equal parts.
We began working on developing the brand, searching for a name that conveyed those magical feelings we experienced while surfing on those deserted beaches of Sagres, that freedom of camping under the stars, that harmony with nature… We were clear from the start, those perfect conditions in the world of surfing had a name, and we wanted to extend it to Vanlife: That name was Glassy :).
Once the name was decided, we began to convey the values of Glassy with the first products among our closest circle, family, friends, members of the surf club we belonged to... The acceptance was overwhelming, and we decided to move forward, always reinvesting all the proceeds to acquire more products and strengthen the brand, participating in and organizing various surf, longskate, and BMX championships in different parts of Andalusia.
The Factory
Two years after the brand was created and already with a fairly consolidated audience, an opportunity passed before us that we couldn't let slip away:
Start working as designers in one of the largest textile factories in Spain. We had created a brand with incredible potential and had the opportunity to develop our products from within, from the heart of the industry, pampering every detail and knowing the entire production process. Clear as day, right?
During the next 10 years, we continued working in parallel at the factory in the mornings and on the Glassy project in the afternoons and weekends. Yes, you read that right, TEN years 😅. We are two very committed people, and throughout that time we juggled to keep both projects moving forward, until in 2022 Glassy's growth reached such a point that it became unsustainable to continue.
It was then that we had to make a decision that was both tough and exciting in equal measure: We left behind an incredible chapter at the factory that saw us born as professionals and from which we took away a true family and abundant wisdom. We began working 100% on Glassy to continue innovating and offering new products to a large community of followers, friends, and customers who already feel the brand as their own.
A different brand, like you.
We are a friendly brand that aims to provide the best possible experience, both in the purchasing process, after-sales service, and use of our products. We don’t want to be just another brand; we want you to feel connected with us and actively participate in the continuous improvement of this project. Glassy is a living project for all those who love the Vanlife philosophy, surfing, kitesurfing, and enjoying nature in general.
As important the "What" as the "How"
Our main goal as a brand is to offer different and original products that make you feel special, while always paying special attention to how these products are made.
Our brand philosophy is based on the enjoyment of nature and respect for it, so it is essential for us to cause the least possible harm in the manufacturing process of our products.
Therefore, 90% of our production, such as our covers, backpacks, ponchos… is made in Spain, at the factory where we have worked all our lives, which is powered by solar energy and has a recycling, work-life balance, and worker respect policy that is a leader in the textile sector. Another 5%, such as our organic sweatshirts and t-shirts, are manufactured in Portugal, as it is the country that offers the best quality and social responsibility in its production. The remaining 5%, in caps, winter hats, and blankets, are made in Asia due to its better technology for certain products, but always complying with our strict quality, audit, and sustainability controls in their manufacturing.
Additionally, every year we add new initiatives to improve and reduce our carbon footprint, as you can see in our section on sustainability.
The world #VanLife It is a wonderful experience, and we decided to create a product that would make life easier and more carefree inside the van. We thought, what if we could move from one point to another with the wetsuit on after surfing, or eat sitting on the seat without fear of staining it? That’s how Las Fundas Glassy were born.
Our van seat covers are our flagship product, the one that the #Vanlife community knows us for and the one that has saved thousands of seats from more than one scare. You probably already have them and have vouched for them in a review, but if you are one of those who are just getting to know us right now, you can see more information about our cases hereí. We assure you that you won't regret it 🙃.
AJE Awards
In 2024, the Association of Young Entrepreneurs of Huelva (AJE), granted us the award for business career.
A award and recognition, which made us especially excited, as it highlighted the effort and dedication of Glassy over nearly 15 years since its founding.
Without a doubt, this award and the opportunity to compete among the top 7 projects in Andalusia recharged our batteries. Innovating and creating new products that make the daily life of all Vanlife philosophy lovers easier will continue to be our priority 😊.
We hope you enjoyed our story and that, if you didn't know us before, you join our big family and share your Glassy moments with us on social media. You can subscribe to our Newsletter, which you will find a little further down, to stay updated on all our news and have exclusive access to a bunch of promotions. Plus, you will receive a Glassy discount coupon for your first purchase. By the face.
Welcome 🤟🏻🌊🚐.
