Timberland

Timberland

Designs and retails boots, apparel, accessories

Overview

Timberland designs and sells authentic boots, shoes, apparel, and accessories for outdoor and workwear use. Its products are built for durability and outdoor activities, combining rugged footwear with apparel and accessories suited for adventures in all weather and environments. The company differentiates itself through a strong outdoor lifestyle brand identity within the VF Corporation family, global reach across more than 15 countries, and a people-centric culture that offers extensive employee perks such as 40 paid hours of service time per year. Timberland’s goal is to help people enjoy the outdoors while supporting sustainable and active lifestyles for the benefit of people and the planet.

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About Timberland

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Why Timberland is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Consumer Goods

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Stratham, New Hampshire

Founded

1918

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What believers are saying

  • VF reported Timberland revenue up 4% in Q1 fiscal 2027, driven by Americas.
  • Timberland opened Menlo Park Mall, Houston Galleria, and Crabtree Valley stores in 2026.
  • September 9, 2026 A to Z of Timberland campaign expands celebrity-led brand storytelling.

What critics are saying

  • VF still carries 3.1x leverage after Dickies sale, keeping Timberland a cash source.
  • Timberland’s growth depends on limited collaborations and nostalgia drops, not durable category expansion.
  • If VF reinvention fails, management can divest Timberland after 2026 to repair balance sheet.

What makes Timberland unique

  • Timberland’s 6-Inch boot remains a globally recognized streetwear-workwear icon since 1973.
  • Timberland PRO anchors the brand in safety footwear, amplified by NASCAR’s July 30 partnership.
  • Jacquemus, New Era, and Supreme collaborations keep Timberland culturally relevant across fashion cycles.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 8%

1 year growth

↑ 8%

2 year growth

↑ 8%
Hypebae
Sep 24th, 2026
Timberland trims down its classic silhouette with the new Timberland 25.

Timberland trims down its classic silhouette with the new Timberland 25. Your new fall go-to. Timberland is giving its legendary Yellow Boot a modern upgrade with the launch of the Timberland 25 Lightweight Waterproof Boot. Engineered to bring the brand's trademark design language into daily life with added ease and flexibility, the updated model cuts down on bulk without compromising on that classic Timberland style. While maintaining the unmistakably rugged silhouette that made the original 6-Inch Boot an urban staple, this redesigned iteration cuts down the boot's overall weight by 25 percent, giving the new boot its name and making it the perfect pair for running errands around the city, traveling and completing everyday looks. Upgraded for functional comfort, the boot incorporates a TimberDry waterproof membrane alongside a cushioned TimberCush midsole. Beyond the iconic yellow hue, the release also arrives in the beloved "Beef & Broccoli" colorway. Rooted in 1990s New York street culture, the deep brown and dark green palette offers a rich, retro edge for the colder months. By preserving its signature functional DNA while lightening the load, Timberland offers a fresh, effortless take on a street fashion staple built for everyday wear. The new Timberland 25 boot is available to purchase now on the Timberland website and select retailers.

Hypebeast
Sep 23rd, 2026
Timberland launches the Timberland 25 Lightweight Waterproof Boot.

Timberland launches the Timberland 25 Lightweight Waterproof Boot. A lightweight redesign cuts the overall weight by 25%. Inspired by the classic Yellow Boot, Timberland introduces the Timberland 25 Lightweight Waterproof Boot. Retaining its iconic silhouette and design language, the lighter-weight construction reduces the boot's overall weight by 25%, bringing this classic into modern everyday life with greater ease and flexibility. The waterproof boot features a TimberDry(TM) waterproof membrane and TimberCush(TM) comfort midsole, further enhancing the wearing experience while preserving the brand's signature functional DNA. It is also available in the Beef & Broccoli colorway - an iconic palette rooted in 1990s New York street culture and inspired by the classic American Chinese dish. Deep brown and dark green give the design a more retro, individual character.

Penske Media Corporation
Sep 20th, 2026
Timberland's 6-inch Boot Gets a Special-edition Stud-embellished Release That's Available Now.

Timberland's 6-inch Boot Gets a Special-edition Stud-embellished Release That's Available Now. The women's Stud Collection includes the Stone Street Platform 6-Inch Boot and Stone Street Platform Boat Shoe. September 20, 2026, 11:53am With the official start of fall just days away, the floodgates are beginning to open up for colder weather footwear. Early to the seasonal shift is iconic American bootmaker Timberland, which has already released a handful of notable styles including these just-launched women's looks seen here. The Timberland Stone Street Platform 6-inch Boot is available now in new burgundy and black full-grain leather looks with stud embellishments across their lateral and medial quarter panels. The metallic silver stud additions bring a punk rock edge to the otherwise rugged outdoor boot, one which is complimented by their raised platform soles. You May also like. The studded treatment does come with a few alterations compared to a standard 6-inch Premium Boot, most notably lacking the seam-sealed waterproofing and warm PrimaLoft insulation usually found in Timberland footwear. Despite these changes, the boot is still well-equipped for fall and winter with its premium leather build, stacked platform polyurethane midsole and rustproof hardware. Along with the Stone Street Platform 6-Inch Boot, Timberland's Studs Collection includes matching colorways of the Stone Street Platform Boat Shoe. The lower-cut boat shoe looks go even further with the studded embellishments, applying them to the collar and vamp. And like the studded Stone Street Platform 6-inch Boot, the Stone Street Platform Boat Shoes come equipped with rustproof hardware, OrthoLite insoles and embedded steel shanks for arch support. Timberland has gotten off to an early start with its fall footwear releases with recent highlights including the return of Supreme's popular Diamond Plate collaboration, a reissue of the 1990s Concrete Gray and 2010s Blueberry Muffin styles and an upcoming special-edition Euro Hiker designed by footwear industry veteran Victor Kan. Timberland's Stone Street Platform 6-inch Boot is available now in burgundy and black from timberland.com for $210, while the Stone Street Platform Boat Shoe is priced at $155. Both models are available exclusively in women's sizing. Daily Headlines You May Like

JustFreshKicks
Sep 15th, 2026
Timberland 6 Inch Boot x Sneaker Politics releases September 24th.

Timberland 6 Inch Boot x Sneaker Politics releases September 24th. Sep 15, 2026 Key details. Price: $225Release Date: September 24, 2026 * This is Sneaker Politics' first ever collaboration with Timberland. * Both the "Outlaw" and "Rodeo" colorways retail for $225. * The capsule launches through Sneaker Politics on September 24th before a wider Timberland release on September 25th. Sneaker Politics and Timberland are releasing two versions of the Timberland 6 Inch Boot on September 24th, marking the Louisiana retailer's first ever collaboration with the boot brand. The capsule pairs an "Outlaw" colorway with a "Rodeo" colorway, both priced at $225. The drop continues Sneaker Politics' run as a Southern focused collaborator. What started as a single Baton Rouge storefront has grown into a chain with locations across Louisiana and now Texas, and the shop has leaned on that regional identity in past projects, including an adidas Handball Spezial built around Buddy Guy, a Saucony Progrid Omni 9 designed after Louisiana's marshlands and bayous, and an ASICS GEL K1011 modeled on Baton Rouge's Live Oaks. Readers can track more sneaker news and check the release dates hub for what else is dropping this month. My latest videos. The Timberland 6 Inch Boot x Sneaker Politics design. The "Outlaw" colorway keeps things blacked out from toe to collar, built on a pebbled leather base with croc textured panels wrapping the collar and Western style stitching running along the side panel and toe box. The "Rodeo" pair flips the script with a deep brown upper broken up by cowprint patterning across the rear, giving it a brighter, ranch inspired finish. What is Sneaker Politics known for. Sneaker Politics is a Louisiana based retailer that has grown into a multi location chain across Louisiana and Texas, known for collaborations that lean into Southern culture, including past projects with adidas, Saucony and ASICS. Timberland 6 Inch Boot x Sneaker Politics release information. The Sneaker Politics x Timberland 6 Inch Boot capsule launches September 24th through Sneaker Politics' webstore and its retail locations, with a wider release following on September 25th through Timberland's own channels. Both the "Outlaw" and "Rodeo" colorways are priced at $225. Timberland 6 Inch Boot x Sneaker Politics Color: Outlaw: blacked out pebbled leather with croc textured collar. Rodeo: deep brown with cowprint patterning Style Code: TBD Release Date: September 24th, 2026 Price: $225 Frequently asked questions. When do the Sneaker Politics x Timberland boots release? How much do the Sneaker Politics x Timberland boots cost? For more sneaker news, follow JustFreshKicks on X, Instagram, and Facebook, and check the release calendar for everything dropping next. Images via Sneaker Politics Hermes Sole covers sneaker releases, culture, and the stories behind the silhouettes. From flagship drops to under-the-radar collabs, Hermes tracks what's launching, what's hyped, and what's actually worth lacing up. Equal parts history nerd and release-calendar obsessive. Get the latest sneaker news. Providing sneaker news, release dates, launch links, restock alerts, leaks & more Stay connected. 248,393 Fans 503,038 Followers 657,345 Followers 248,393 Fans 503,038 Followers 657,345 Followers

Penske Media Corporation
Aug 29th, 2026
Timberland brought back a Heritage 6-inch Waterproof Boot from the '90s and it's available right now.

Timberland brought back a Heritage 6-inch Waterproof Boot from the '90s and it's available right now. The Timberland Heritage 6-inch Waterproof Boot returns in Concrete Gray. August 29, 2026, 1:53pm The iconic yellow Premium 6-inch Waterproof Boot may be Timberland's bread and butter, but it's far from the only version of the beloved boot the outdoor footwear brand has issued over the years. One such shade, a Concrete Gray colorway from the 1990s, has just returned to retail, and pairs are still available as of publishing. The Timberland Heritage 6-inch Waterproof Boot in Concrete Gray (aka Cement Gray) is available now from the brand's e-commerce store. The boot is a direct reference to the brand's archival Concrete Gray style from the '90s, which arrived at a time when Timberland began experimenting with more city-inspired lifestyle colorways, or " blurring the lines between outdoor function and streetwear style" as the brand describes it. You May also Like. The colorway is relatively no frills, replacing the boot's classic wheat nubuck upper with a Medium Greyout nubuck. The cool gray shade covers the entirety of the boot including the padded heel collar, which uses a suede material instead of the boot's typical black leather. The only deviation from the Concrete Gray shade is at the outsole, where Timberland's classic rubber lug configuration delivers both durability and traction. But Timberland didn't stop at outfitting the Heritage 6-inch Waterproof Boot in the retro colorway. The shade also appears on the men's Euro Hiker and men's Heritage Clog, while women can shop the Stone Street Platform Boat Shoe, Stone Street Platform 6-Inch Boot and Premium Convertible Clog. Although the Premium 6-inch Waterproof Boot has been less visible in recent months as sandals and sneakers took over the summer, readers can expect to see plenty of the classic lace-up in the coming months. Already confirmed is a reissue of the brand's popular Diamond Plate collaboration with Supreme, and there's sure to be more special projects announced as the weather continues to shift. The Timberland Heritage 6-inch Waterproof Boot Concrete Gray is available now for $220 from timberland.com. Daily Headlines You May Like

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