Timberland

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Built for the Bold
Timberland is a U.S.-based outdoor and workwear brand. Its origins lie in founder Nathan Schwartz’s shoemaking, and in 1973 it launched the waterproof leather boot “Original Yellow Boot.” Today, the brand focuses on footwear while also offering apparel and accessories, and it upholds a commitment to the environment and communities.

Concept

Our mission is to equip people to make a difference in the world.

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Parent brands and sub-brands, ordered by founding year.

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4 brands
Founded
1999-2007
1999 Sub-brand
Timberland Mountain Athletics
Clothing

A functional outdoor line aimed at younger consumers

Timberland Mountain Athletics (Timberland Mountain Athletics) is a performance-oriented su

Timberland Mountain Athletics (Timberland Mountain Athletics) is a performance-oriented sub-line introduced by Timberland in 1999 and relaunched around 2008–2009. Focused primarily on lightweight, flexible footwear for trail and multisport use, it offered products incorporating recycled materials such as Green Rubber and functional testing (Functional Performance Index). Compared with traditional boot-focused lines such as Timberland Boot Company, workwear line Timberland PRO, and environmentally focused Earthkeepers, it served to appeal to younger consumers and more sporty uses.

1999 Sub-brand
Timberland PRO
Footwear

A line specializing in professional-grade workwear.

Timberland PRO is a Timberland offshoot brand launched in 1999, specializing in products f

Timberland PRO is a Timberland offshoot brand launched in 1999, specializing in products for professional workers, including those in construction, warehousing, and agriculture. It offers a range of footwear and workwear focused on safety, durability, and comfort on the job, including products with functional designs based on workplace needs, such as Anti-Fatigue, and products that meet safety standards. It is clearly differentiated from general Timberland lifestyle products in terms of intended use and performance, and is positioned within the group as a specialized line for industrial and professional use.

2007 Sub-brand
Timberland Boot Company
Footwear

A heritage-oriented premium line

Timberland Boot Company is a brand derived from Timberland that incorporates the Timberlan

Timberland Boot Company is a brand derived from Timberland that incorporates the Timberland name, and is trademark-registered as a line centered on premium, heritage-oriented footwear and apparel. Trademark records state that its First Use in Commerce was in 2007, and the brand name is protected. Through a product assortment that emphasizes handmade and craft elements, it serves to offer a premium heritage direction distinct from the core Timberland line.

2007 Sub-brand
Timberland Earthkeepers
Footwear

A sustainable line emphasizing environmental considerations

Timberland Earthkeepers is a sustainability-oriented collection/sub-line offered by Timber

Timberland Earthkeepers is a sustainability-oriented collection/sub-line offered by Timberland, which explicitly emphasizes incorporating recycled and environmentally considerate materials into its products. Specifically, it uses materials such as linings made from recycled PET, soles containing recycled rubber, and LWG-rated leather, including ReBOTL, Timberdry, and Better leather. It aims to reduce environmental impact through product design and material selection. Within the brand, it is positioned as a specialized line that foregrounds sustainability.

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