K-Way

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Established: 1965 (multi-source)

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Product focus: Outerwear

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AI narrative notes (experimental) K-Way is a pioneering brand of waterproof clothing, best known for its iconic nylon windbreaker jacket that can be folded into a compact fanny pack. Founded in 1965 in the North of France by Léon-Claude Duhamel, the brand revolutionized rainwear by creating a lightweight, colorful, and practical jacket that offered an alternative to umbrellas and heavy raincoats. Initially a functional product popular among schoolchildren and outdoor enthusiasts, K-Way evolved into a fashionable item after its a
cquisition by the Italian BasicNet Group in 2004. The brand has a rich history of innovation, partnerships with ski teams, and cultural significance, including a notable appearance in the 1980 film La Boum. Today, K-Way is recognized internationally and has become a generic term for similar waterpro
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