The Story of an Icon

Founded in 1966 in San Francisco by Douglas Tompkins and Susie Tompkins Buell, The North Face takes its name from the north face of mountains in the Northern Hemisphere — the coldest and most challenging to climb. From the outset, the brand specialized in high-end outdoor equipment for explorers and mountaineers.

The Legacy

The North Face has equipped the greatest expeditions worldwide: Everest, the poles, the densest jungles. The Nuptse down jacket, the Denali jacket, and the Borealis backpack have become cult items, adopted by adventurers and urban dwellers around the world alike.

The Values

Performance, exploration, and environmental protection. The North Face is strongly committed to preserving natural spaces and increasingly uses recycled materials in its collections.

Why The North Face is Iconic

Over 55 years of history, clothing tested in extreme conditions, and a globally recognizable logo. The North Face is adventure in its purest form.