About The North Face
The North Face was founded in 1966 in San Francisco by Doug Tompkins and his wife Susie, originally as a small climbing and hiking gear store. The company's name comes from the most difficult side of a mountain to climb in the Northern Hemisphere. During the 1970s, The North Face expanded its product line to include clothing and sleeping bags, introducing innovative materials and technologies that helped establish it as one of the leading brands of outdoor gear. Over time, the company became synonymous with quality and durability, earning loyal customers among climbers and outdoor enthusiasts.Now pursuing more sustainable practices, starting with her 2014 commitment to more responsibly sourced down in her jackets, she continues to innovate by creating North Face shoes, clothing and accessories for extreme weather conditions while keeping them breathable and practical for those explorers who don't let the cold stop them from discovering more. Today, with the mantra "Never Stop Exploring," she designs collections for those who are not afraid to walk the most difficult paths and redefine their boundaries.
