The North Face W 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
The North Face W 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket revives the unmistakable 1996 silhouette with modern materials and insulation for everyday wear. With oversized baffles and generous 700-fill down, this jacket delivers serious warmth, packability and durable weather resistance for city streets and cold days alike.
About the Product
Fit: Relaxed, boxy silhouette
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL
Average weight: 685 g (1 lb 8.16 oz)
Center back length: 23.75" (approx. 60.3 cm)
Body fabric: 40D, 57 g/m², 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Overlay & lining: 50D, 69 g/m², 100% recycled nylon taffeta with non-PFC DWR finish
Insulation: 700-fill recycled down (recycled waterfowl down)
Key benefits: Exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio, packable into its pocket, durable ripstop shell and water-repellent finish for light wet weather
How to care: Wash with care using a front-loading machine and a down-specific detergent; tumble dry low with dryer balls to restore loft, or have professionally cleaned if needed. Follow garment tag instructions.
Product Features
- Relaxed fit with an iconic boxy silhouette inspired by the original 1996 Nuptse
- Oversized baffles that define the classic Nuptse look and trap heat effectively
- Original shiny ripstop body fabric for added abrasion resistance
- Taffeta overlay on the collar and yoke for extra durability in high-wear areas
- Non-PFC durable water-repellent (DWR) finish on shell and lining
- 700-fill recycled down insulation for high warmth with compressibility
- Stowable, attached three-piece hood with drawcord and cord locks
- Exposed VISLON® center-front zipper for secure closure
- Secure-zip hand pockets and internal storage—jacket stows into the right hand pocket for compact carrying
- Partially-encased elastic cuffs with adjustable hook-and-loop tabs for a snug fit
- Internal drawcord with cord locks at hem for adjustable seal against cold
- Embroidered logo on left chest and back-right shoulder, including the oversized logo treatment of the original ’96 design
