In the 1980s, competitive sailors felt strongly that there was a need for a sporting jacket, which was more comfortable than the classic wet weather gear. North Sails came up with the idea of replacing the traditional fabric used in bomber-style jackets with waterproof Kevlar, commonly used to make sails. This was the brand's first step into the world of apparel, but the fabric meant that the jacket was still rather stiff and rigid. Subsequent incarnations however, were a great success. Kevlar was replaced by Nylon and garments instantly became more comfortable whilst retaining their spray-proof qualities.
Starting from the SS18 North Sails Collection we will start funding conservation initiatives by contributing 1% of our revenues to Ocean Conservation in partnership with the Ocean Family Foundation, who for example support the grassroots organization A Plastic Ocean, who aim to create plastic free aisles in supermarkets to reduce single-use plastic, a major source of pollution.
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Meet our amazing people, who have taken on the Go Beyond challenge to make the ocean and earth a better place. In their work, they inspire thousands of people to protect, conserve, understand, and value all living beings. Make sure you follow and join in their adventures.
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How can yesterday's water bottle help keep tomorrow's oceans clean?
When it's part of North Sails' Free The Sea T-Shirt Collection made entirely from Recovered Blue©, an innovative new yarn created from 100% recycled cotton and pet bottles.
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