In 2022, co-founder Michael was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
...marking the start of 18 weeks of life-saving chemotherapy. During that first session, the nurses (real-life angels) struggled to find a suitable vein.
Their advice was simple: "Stay warm." Heat helps blood vessels dilate, making them easier to find and access, but in the notoriously freezing wards of hospitals and cancer centers, staying warm is a battle of its own. As a regular blood donor, Co-founder Lauren also faces the same ‘centre chill’ every session.
We realized that the very places you need comfort the most are often the coldest. We knew there had to be a better way to stay warm without sacrificing medical access or personal style.
That’s how Bludi was born. Not just a brand - but your ultimate buddie for the chair, the clinic, and everywhere in between
Why “Bludi”? The name is derived from Blood Buddie, a nod to what connects us all —the donors, the survivors, and the mates standing by their side. It’s also a bit of that classic Aussie grit; because let’s face it, what you’re going through is bludi tough, and you deserve clothing that’s bludi good.
We’re here to help you stay warm, stay covered, and stay true to who you are.
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