Timberland boots have been around since 1973, and they’ve been a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts and fashionistas alike ever since. We at SNIPES love / know that you’re a sneakerhead (why else would you be reading this?), so you’re bound to have at least one pair ready in your rotation. But… everyone seems to be rocking them lately! Who wouldn’t? They’re stylish, comfortable, and perfect for any weather.
Catering towards the blue-collared working class as a waterproof, all-leather, comfortable boot, it wasn’t until the 1990s that Timberland’s target demographic started to change. And change for the better of the brand. Street culture took to music to express their love for Timberlands. Biggie, Nas, Cam‘Ron’s iconic pink Timberlands, and many other hip-hop heavyweights can be seen wearing the iconic silhouette in many early photos as well as mentioning the lavish lugs within lyrics like:
“Timbs for my hooligans” – The Notorious B.I.G | Hypnotize
“Suede Timbs on my feet makes my cipher complete” – Nas | The World is Yours
“My Timbs start feeling like they Nike Airs on me” – Jadakiss | Run
“Check the square roots, Girbauds and Timberland boots” – Lauryn Hill | Nappy Heads Remix
“Remember baggy jeans, the Timberlands in November” – Raekwon | Duck Season
A brand known for its high-quality craftsmanship seemed to be a hot commodity in the Rap Scene, especially in New York. You don’t have to be a footwear fanatic in New York to know that the winters can be brutal. With temperatures often dipping below freezing, it can be tough to keep your feet warm and looking good in sneakers… the answer? Timberlands.
Living up to history and continuing a cult classic comes the exclusive SNIPES x Timberland collaboration, and who else to promote this streetwear special edition boot than the native Harlemite himself, Dave East. As a notable artist with outstanding storytelling skills, Dave comes through fresher than ever. Even after a remarkable performance on his newest 2022 album, “How Did I Get Here” [HDIGH], he showed no exhaustion when laying down a track just for this exclusive collaboration. With energy truly limitless, you can add another historical bar to the continuing saga of songs co-signing Timberland.
“Stepping in my Timberlands, like a sniper I snipes rooftops, overlook cities this energy limitless” – Dave East | TBA
Be sure to keep up with SNIPES for upcoming releases and check out the release tab for new drops. Browse our new SNIPES x Timberland collaboration whenever you get a chance, both at SNIPES and Jimmy Jazz, because they might be a new favorite addition to your collection and stay up to date with SNIPES on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to keep up with your favorite streetwear supplier.
