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Established in 1876 in Maine, USA, G.H.BASS is a global lifestyle brand rooted in timely and timeless classics. The brand offers premium and intentional footwear, apparel, and accessories for men, women, kids and home. Embodying a rich legacy of purpose-built products, G.H.BASS remains a modern American icon.
Over its nearly 150-year legacy, G.H.BASS has introduced numerous original footwear icons to generations of outdoor sportsmen, explorers, and cultural tastemakers. Notably, in 1936, BASS put a stylish spin on a Norwegian farm shoe designed for “loafing in the field,” and playfully dubbed them Weejuns®—introducing the world’s first penny loafer. Today, more than ever, the spirit of BASS lives on. We believe that looking forward is the best way to honor our heritage. We are on an unceasing quest for improvement through craft and creativity. We continue to reimagine authentic ways to combine the classics with the contemporary, keeping BASS where it belongs: at the forefront of culture.
On March 9th George H. Bass begins in the shoe making business in Wilton, Maine.
Bass moves his factory from Wilton, Maine to Wilson Stream in Framington, Maine in order to utilize water-powered machinery for faster production time.
Bass develops the “National Plow Shoe” allowing farmers to wear them year-round.
G.H.BASS becomes incorporated. The first Bass moccasin is made and called the "Bass Moccasin Cruiser", designed to be worn by woodsmen.
Bass markets it's first catalogue catering to River Drivers, Guides, Cruisers and Sportsmen, embracing the "For Hard Service" moto.
“Rangeley” style moccasin is created. This style becomes the standard moccasin for campers and outdoorsmen.
Bass aviation Moccasin Style 773 becomes the official aviation boot for the U.S. Army, designed for use in high altitude, wielding protection from extreme cold.
Charles A. Lindbergh wears a pair of Bass flying boots in the first transatlantic flight from New York to Paris, which lasted 33 hours, 30 minutes & 29.8 seconds.
Over the course of the next 10 years, Admiral Richard E. Byrd wears Bass Boots during 3 expeditions to Antartica. He was the first to reach both the North & South Pole by air
Famous golfer Bobby Jones plays a Grand Slam wearing Bass Sportocassins, winning all of the golf's major championship in the same calendar year.
Bradford Washburn wears Bass Boots while exploring the Alaska-Yukon Boundry.
The first penny loafer in history is introduced – Bass Weejuns – named after a Norwegian slipper-type moccasin used for “loafing in the field.”
OThe original suede "Buc" style is created as an updated version of Weejuns with laces. During WWII , Bass developed a cold-weather boot for the U.S Army's 10th Mountain Division.
Bass outfits the American Olympic Ski Team with Footwear.
The Weejuns craze sets in, resulting in enormous growth and business. Weejuns Are seen as mainstream and part of everyday pop culture. Bass launches the women's "Sunjun" sandal.
The “Bass 100” is developed in celebration of Bass’ centennial, selling 1 million pairs.
Michael Jackson wears black Weejuns in the opening of his Thriller music video. This marked the second wave of the “Weejuns craze.”
In spring, the Bass Compass canvas shoe is introduced. By the end of 1990, 1 million pairs are sold, quickly breaking records
Bass’ signature Weejuns are more in demand than ever, worn by casual and fashion-forward crowds alike. The brand continues to find news way to combine the classics with the contemporary, launching limited edition collaborations with Universal Works., Engineered Garments® and Re/Done featuring Paris Jackson as the face of the camp.
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