The North Face

Within accessories, The North Face is mainly a backpack and bag brand, alongside cold-weather headwear and gloves. Its daypacks, including the Borealis, Recon and Jester families, are common choices for students and commuters, offering padded laptop sleeves and FlexVent suspension in many models, while the Base Camp Duffel is a durable, water-resistant hauler used for travel and expeditions. Technical climbing and hiking packs, beanies, caps and insulated gloves round out the offer. The brand, part of VF Corporation, sells through its own stores and website and outdoor, sports and department store retailers. It suits buyers who want rugged, outdoor-inspired bags for daily use. Before choosing, compare capacity in litres, back panel comfort and laptop sleeve size, as everyday daypacks and technical packs differ considerably. Some popular models change between seasons, so specifications may vary between versions.