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SUBU vs Timberland: similarities and differences

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SUBU

Japan Founded 2016

Outdoor & functional · Minimal & basics · Polished & dressy

Timberland

United States Founded 1973

Outdoor & functional · Streetwear · Trends & youth culture

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Streetwear

    Timberland shows a stronger emphasis

  • Minimal & basics

    SUBU shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

  • SUBU (solid line, circles)
  • Timberland (dashed line, squares)
Traits of SUBU and Timberland, shown relative to each brand.
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Traits farther from the centre are more prominent within each brand. The chart uses the same relative display as the brand profile. Area does not indicate brand quality or absolute differences between brands.

Traits by category

Bar lengths show how prominent each trait is within each brand.

  • SUBU
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Minimal & basics
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Polished & dressy
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Luxury & heritage
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Avant-garde & designer
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Decoration & playfulness
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Streetwear
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Trends & youth culture
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Sporty & sportswear
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Outdoor & functional
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Basic information

Field
SUBU
Timberland
Country Japan United States
Founded 2016 1973
Category Footwear Footwear
Other categories — Clothing Bags Accessories

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

SUBU

  • SUBU NANNEN

    Within SUBU’s lineup, this outdoor-oriented derivative line is designed for use near fires, such as ...

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  • SUBU VAMP

    A derivative line positioned as an “evolved” version of SUBU, building on its signature comfort with...

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  • SUBU amp

    A premium label launched by SUBU in 2018, this derivative line is centered on “premium basics,” elev...

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  • SUBU RE:COLLECTION

    Re: is a spin-off line developed by SUBU as a sustainable collection that “moves forward toward the ...

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Timberland

Collaborations

SUBU

  • 2025-11-28

    TOGA

    TOGA and SUBU’s first collaboration, featuring winter sandals that incorporate TOGA’s coin metal and Western motifs/graphics into SUBU slip-ons with brushed lining and a four-layer insole.

  • A.P.C.

    A.P.C. × SUBU (November 2024): two styles of winter sandals. Available in A.P.C.-like colors and materials, including black and khaki, they are also ideal as year-end gifts.

SUBU collaborations

Timberland

  • 2026-06-13

    nonnative

    A 3-Eye model reviving a past collaboration between nonnative and Timberland. It was offered in a taupe colorway featuring long-pile suede, a nubuck saddle, a thick sole, and the logos of both brands.

  • 2026-02-27

    OUR LEGACY WORK SHOP

    A consumer-facing capsule by OUR LEGACY WORK SHOP and Timberland. In addition to 6-inch boots in Horween leather, it featured the Wharf Coat, Weather Cap, denim Work Cut, Timber Shirt, and other items.

  • 2025-11-06

    Supreme

    A 2025 6-inch waterproof boot by Supreme and Timberland. Crafted from waterproof premium nubuck with a debossed logo patchwork pattern, it was released in three colorways.

  • 2025-10-12

    Acne Studios

    Timberland’s classic 6-Inch Boot was reworked exclusively for Acne Studios’ SS26 show. It is characterized by an oversized silhouette and a washed finish.

  • 2025-05-21

    Chrome Hearts

    In May 2025, Chrome Hearts × Timberland boots attracted attention after celebrities were seen wearing them. No sales information has been confirmed.

  • 2025-04-23

    Jacquemus

    The 3-Eye Lug Boat Shoe “La Bateau” by JACQUEMUS and Timberland. It features Timberland’s classic silhouette in iconic banana yellow, with a co-branded metal lace keeper.

Timberland collaborations

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