Timberland and JACQUEMUS announce a bold new collaboration: “La Bateau”
2025-04-25
A JACQUEMUS twist on a Timberland classic
Why it matters: the classic Timberland boat shoe has been a summer staple for nearly five decades—seen strolling coastal New England marinas, picnicking on French Riviera shores, or just out and about around the city. Built on a rugged lug outsole, all Timberland boat shoes pair a clean moccasin toe with rustproof metal eyelets, leather laces, and slip‑resistant siping underfoot. Over the years, Timberland’s boat shoes have earned a reputation for their blend of craft and comfort: full‑grain Premium Timberland® Leather, glove‑soft linings, and breathable designs that get better with wear.
Now, Simon Porte Jacquemus has given the 3‑Eye Lug Boat Shoe an eye-catching banana-yellow makeover, creating a truly unique and stand-out look. “La Bateau” is crafted in premium leather, touched up with co‑branded metal lace keepers and hexagonal eyelets as opposed to the rounded eyelets found on the Authentic 3-Eye boat shoe.
This release nods to both brands’ roots. Timberland, with its work heritage, has long championed tough‑meets‑tailored style—from the Original Yellow Boot™ to waterproof boots, deck shoes, and trail hikers. JACQUEMUS, founded in Paris in 2009, draws on art, architecture, and the designer’s own Provençal upbringing to create one-of-a-kind pieces.
The collaboration is a drawing together of both brands’ strengths to create a shoe that’s as capable as it is iconic, as stylish as it is hardworking.
What sets all Timberland boat shoes apart is their technical detail and quality finishes. Every pair features full‑grain leather tanned with sustainable processes, cushioned insoles for all‑day wear, and siped outsoles that grip wet wood and slick surfaces without scuffing. Metal eyelets fight corrosion, while the classic 360° lace system locks your foot in place.
“La Bateau” takes these proven features and injects a fresh dose of colour. It’s a shoe that feels as comfortable on cobblestones as it does on a yacht deck. It’s about bringing together an eye for unexpected style with an underpinning of trusted craftsmanship and a dedication to shoes that wear exceptionally well.
Available starting April 23, the Timberland & Jacquemus 3‑Eye Lug Boat Shoe “La Bateau” will retail online at timberland.com and at select boutiques. Whether you’re a lifelong boater or simply someone who values well‑made footwear, “La Bateau” will make a bright, breezy addition to your wardrobe.