In this week’s episode of ‘Luxury Fashion Meets Unassuming Normcore Design‘, Jacquemus is stepping away from revitalising Nike’s women’s department to release a ‘Frenchified’ take on one of Timberland’s most recognisable silhouettes.
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Jacquemus’ debut Timberland collab proves the resurgence of moc-toe’d footwear is still very much alive - joining the likes of Louis Vuitton and more recently, Sacai as the latest high-end brand to incorporate the boat shoe into its own seasonal collections.
A perfect example of synergy, where Simon Porte Jacquemus leaves the ubiquitous 3-eye construction of Timberland’s boat shoe untouched, the model is instead given a new lease of life in the colour and detail departments.
Transforming a staple of prep and Americana culture into the Parisian-approved “La Bateau”, Jacquemus outfits Timberland’s boat shoe with “light yellow” leather uppers, also replacing the traditional rawhide laces with sporty rope versions that feature Jacquemus-branded aglets and charms to match the shoe’s gilt metal hardware.
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The french brand leaves its mark once more on the shoe’s insole, alongside Timberland’s tree insignia, which also features in its rightful place on the lateral quarter.
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The Timberland x Jacquemus “La Bateau” Boat Shoe drops in unisex sizing this Wednesday, April 23 via the Jacquemus website.
