La Bateau Sets Sail: Timberland x Jacquemus Drops SS25’s Must-Have Boat Shoe

In a move that blends rugged Americana with Parisian flair, Timberland and Jacquemus have unveiled their first collaboration: the 3-Eye Lug Boat Shoe “La Bateau.” Built on Timberland’s iconic 1978 silhouette and reimagined through the playful minimalism of Simon Porte Jacquemus, this is a footwear drop with serious style credentials.

At the heart of the collaboration is the banana yellow colourway—a signature tone hand-picked by Jacquemus himself. It’s bold, unapologetic, and perfectly primed for summer wardrobes that don’t play it safe. The premium Timberland leather construction, soft leather lining, and lug outsole keep things classic in structure, but the banana yellow finish and co-branded lace hardware bring in Jacquemus’ signature twist of whimsy.

It’s all very considered, but deliberately casual. You can almost smell the salt air. From the coastline of New England to the cliffs of Cassis, the 3-Eye Lug has long been a staple of summer dressing. Jacquemus understands this cultural cachet—and elevates it. Think boat shoes without the preppy baggage, built instead for an international crowd that mixes their tailoring with sun-bleached denim and isn’t afraid to wear citrus on their feet.

Details like cotton laces, square lace-tip eyelets, and a metal lace keeper subtly nod to the sensibilities of both brands: Timberland’s durability and Jacquemus’ off-kilter luxury. This is collaboration as it should be—rooted in heritage, but not beholden to it.

Dropping April 23, the Timberland x Jacquemus boat shoe will be available at jacquemus.com, select Jacquemus locations (including their new Los Angeles outpost opening April 24), Timberland’s Tokyo flagship, and online at timberland.com. Expect it to go fast—and to show up everywhere from yachts to city sidewalks this season.

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