The North Face Jacket

The North Face is a premier American brand specializing in outdoor recreation products, including clothing, footwear, and equipment. Founded in 1966 in San Francisco by Douglas Tompkins and Susie Tompkins Buell, the brand initially began as a small retail store selling high-performance climbing and backpacking gear. Its iconic logo is a representation of the Half Dome rock formation in Yosemite National Park.

The brand has undergone significant growth since its inception, moving beyond technical climbing gear to become a global leader in both high-performance outdoor apparel and urban streetwear. In 2000, it was acquired by VF Corporation, a major American apparel and footwear company. This acquisition integrated The North Face into a massive global portfolio that includes other notable brands like Vans and Timberland.

Today, The North Face products are manufactured in multiple countries across the globe to meet international demand. Production typically takes place in countries with specialized textile manufacturing sectors, including Vietnam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, and El Salvador. Despite its global manufacturing footprint, the brand remains headquartered in Denver, Colorado, under the ultimate ownership of the Denver-based VF Corporation.