About Us

Palladium has a footwear story that begins with rubber, aviation and exploration rather than traditional fashion. Founded in Lyon, France, in 1947, Palladium initially supplied rubber soles for aircraft tires. After World War II, the brand turned its manufacturing expertise toward footwear, creating the Pallabrousse boot and later introducing the Pampa in 1949. Over time, the Pampa developed into a recognizable part of Palladium's identity.

Today, Palladium's footwear sits at the intersection of outdoor utility and street style. The Pampa Hi remains a defining model, with its high-top construction and canvas upper creating a recognizable silhouette that works with casual wardrobes. The current Pampa Hi collection includes men's and women's options in multiple colors, making it easy to incorporate the style into different everyday looks.

For changing weather, Palladium offers a dedicated selection of waterproof footwear. The current US assortment includes waterproof boots and shoes designed for rain and wet conditions, with options ranging from Pampa models to more contemporary silhouettes. Selected styles combine waterproof construction with features aimed at everyday comfort and mobility.

Palladium also offers footwear beyond its classic canvas aesthetic. The current waterproof range includes boots and sneakers, while men's and women's collections provide different interpretations of the brand's exploration-focused design language. Models such as the Pampa Lite+ Xplor WP+, Pampa Sport Cuff WPS and Offbound WP+ demonstrate how Palladium continues to adapt its original boot concept for modern use.

The result is a footwear collection that can move between city streets, travel itineraries and outdoor environments. Palladium's combination of French heritage, recognizable high-top construction, waterproof options and rugged visual character gives it a distinct position within the US footwear market. Whether the goal is a classic Pampa boot or a weather-ready everyday shoe, the brand provides several directions for exploration-inspired style.