FatFace clothing and lifestyle products

FatFace is a well-known British lifestyle brand that specializes in high-quality clothing, footwear, and accessories designed for outdoor and casual wear. The brand was famously founded in 1988 by Tim Slade and Jules Leaver, who began by selling printed sweatshirts out of the back of a campervan in the French Alps to fund their skiing lifestyle. The brand name itself is inspired by the Face de Bellevarde slope in Val d'Isère.

Over the decades, FatFace evolved from a niche outdoor label into a major international retailer with hundreds of stores across the UK, Ireland, and the United States. While the brand remains deeply rooted in its British heritage and design ethos, its manufacturing process is global. Production primarily takes place in countries such as India, Sri Lanka, Turkey, and China to leverage specialized textile expertise.

In late 2023, FatFace underwent a significant ownership change when it was acquired by the British multinational retailer NEXT plc. This acquisition integrated FatFace into the NEXT family, providing the brand with enhanced distribution capabilities and technological infrastructure while maintaining its distinct brand identity and focus on sustainable, durable fashion.