There’s something reassuring about a brand that knows its own history. Timberland has looked back rather than sideways, re-releasing two archive jackets that neatly capture the label’s late-90s, early-2000s sweet spot: the Granite State Waterproof Rain Jacket (c. 2000) and the Welch Mountain Leather Puffer (c. 1997).
Both pieces form part of Timberland’s global campaign, Advice of an Icon, worn by Spike Lee and Skepta in head-to-toe looks anchored by the brand’s most recognisable calling card, the 6-inch Boot. It’s a smart move. These jackets don’t just complement the boot — they remind everyone why Timberland became culturally relevant in the first place.
Styled by globally respected stylist Miyako Bellizzi, the campaign leans heavily into authenticity. Bellizzi sourced the original archive garments, ensuring the reissues stay true to the silhouettes, proportions and attitude that made them icons first time around.
The Granite State Waterproof Rain Jacket is a direct nod to Timberland’s outdoor DNA. It delivers the same dependable waterproof protection as the original, but arrives refreshed in deep navy with jet-black contrast panelling. The colour blocking feels unmistakably late-90s, a period when performance outerwear began crossing over into everyday style — long before “gorpcore” became a hashtag.
Then there’s the Welch Mountain Leather Puffer, a standout piece that underscores Timberland’s craftsmanship credentials. Cut from soft Nappa sheepskin leather and properly insulated for warmth, it’s a reminder that Timberland has always understood how to balance rugged function with premium materials. More importantly, it shows how those values still resonate with today’s cultural innovators.
Both jackets will be available in limited quantities via timberland.com — and given the names attached and the nostalgia baked in, they’re unlikely to hang around for long. For anyone interested in the intersection of heritage, street culture and proper outerwear, this is Timberland doing what it does best.
