Timberland and Raeburn launch fully recyclable Timberloop boot

By

Nigel TAYLOR

Published
Oct 7, 2022

It’s billed as an “always evolving project towards a greener future” and true to their words, Timberland and Christopher Raeburn have announced their latest collaboration for AW22.

“Bringing eco-innovative product design to life in bold new styles”, the ‘Earthkeepers by Raeburn’ Timberloop Utility Boots boast an innovative circular design that allows them to be “fully disassembled and recycled at the end of their useful life”. 

Made using responsible materials, this season’s collection features “signature pops of colour and a utilitarian-inspired design”. The boots use durable, premium leathers and feature a rugged outsole made with natural rubber sourced from trees grown in responsibly managed forests. Feet stay comfortable and secure, thanks to a removable stretch-knit sock bootie made with ReBotlô recycled plastic fabric.

A unique sole construction also lessens the chemical-based cements used and, with the cut of one seam, allows the outsoles to be taken off and each part of the shoe ultimately put into its own unique recycling stream.

To accompany the boots, the collaboration also includes a parka that “delivers eco-innovative style made for this season’s outdoor adventures. Waterproof and insulated, the all-gender parka features eco-conscious materials including 100% recycled cotton. The parka is complemented by an assortment of T-shirts, hoodies and more.