Páramo
United Kingdom
Páramo is a British outdoor clothing brand founded by Nick Brown, who also started Nikwax. It is known for waterproof garments built on Nikwax Analogy fabrics and made at a charitable factory in Bogotá, Colombia.
| Founder | Nick Brown (also founded Nikwax) |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Fabric system | Nikwax Analogy |
| Production | Charitable factory, Bogotá, Colombia |
| Segment | Sportswear and outdoor |
| Website | paramo-clothing.com |
What is Páramo?
Páramo, listed by Wikipedia as Páramo Directional Clothing, is a British maker of waterproof outdoor garments, lightweight travel clothing and synthetic insulation layers. The brand was started by Nick Brown, who also founded the fabric-care company Nikwax.
Products and positioning
Páramo's waterproofs use Nikwax Analogy, a two-layer fabric system, rather than a single membrane laminate. The garments are maintained with wash-in water-repellent treatments, and Wikipedia notes that no fluorocarbons are used. Its range includes:
- Waterproof jackets and trousers
- Lightweight travel clothing
- Over-layering synthetic insulation
The approach is positioned around durability, repair and reduced chemical impact, which sets it apart from mainstream membrane-based outerwear. The sources consulted do not give sales figures, store counts or leadership details, and none are cited here.
Business model and distribution
Wikipedia reports that Páramo garments are produced at a charitable factory in Bogotá, Colombia. The sources consulted did not document the brand's retail channels, headquarters, founding year or current ownership, so these are not stated here.
Why it matters
Páramo is a notable example of a vertically thought-through sustainable outerwear model, linking fabric chemistry, aftercare products and a social-enterprise production site. It is often discussed in the UK outdoor market as an alternative to fluorocarbon-treated shells.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Páramo?
Páramo was founded by Nick Brown, who also started Nikwax, the maker of waterproofing and cleaning products for outdoor clothing.
Where is Páramo clothing made?
According to Wikipedia, Páramo garments are produced at a charitable factory in Bogotá, Colombia. The brand itself is British.