The North Face W 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
The W 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket updates an iconic 1996 silhouette with oversized baffles, high-loft insulation and packable functionality. This relaxed, hip-length jacket balances streetwear attitude with technical details for dependable warmth in cold, changeable conditions.
About the Product
- Fit: Relaxed, boxy hip-length silhouette with internal hem drawcord for adjustability
- Insulation: 700‑fill recycled down, Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified
- Fabrics: Body — 100% recycled nylon ripstop; Overlay & lining — 100% recycled nylon taffeta
- Finish: Non‑PFC durable water-repellent (DWR) finish for light water resistance
- Weight & size: Average weight approx. 685 g (1 lb 8.16 oz); center back length ~23.75" (60.3 cm)
- Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL
- Packability & storage: Stows into right-hand pocket; attached three-piece hood packs into the collar
- Intended use: Lifestyle / everyday cold-weather wear
Product Features
- Oversized, hallmark baffle construction for high warmth-to-weight performance
- Ripstop body fabric with taffeta overlay on collar and yoke for abrasion resistance
- Exposed VISLON® center front zipper and secure-zip hand pockets
- Partially encased elastic cuffs with adjustable hook-and-loop tabs for a sealed fit
- Internal hem drawcord and interior hem shock cord for customizable fit and heat retention
- Jacket packs down into right-hand pocket for easy storage and travel
- Attached, stowable three-piece hood with drawcord and cord locks; hood packs into collar
- Compatible with snap-in Triclimate® loop for pairing with compatible mountain shells
- Recycled materials throughout — body, overlay and lining are 100% recycled nylon
- Key benefits: exceptional warmth from 700‑fill down, durable ripstop construction, and easy packability for travel or everyday wear
- Care: Use a front-loading machine with a liquid detergent formulated for down; tumble dry on low with dryer balls to restore loft; close all zips and fastenings before washing
- Heritage: Modeled on the original 1996 Nuptse design with oversized logos and classic styling cues