The North Face Men’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket

Perhaps the most recognizable puffer jacket in history, The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse is a street-style icon built for the mountains and the city. Inspired by the iconic design lines of our 1996 original, this jacket features the signature oversized baffles and a boxy silhouette that has defined winter fashion for decades. Packed with 700-fill goose down (certified to the Responsible Down Standard), it provides incredible warmth while remaining highly packable. The durable ripstop fabric with a Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish keeps you dry during light snow or rain. Whether you’re commuting in the cold or heading on an alpine adventure, the Nuptse delivers unbeatable thermal performance with a timeless retro edge.

Specification:

• Brand: The North Face
• Style Code: 149110238
• Model: 1996 Retro Nuptse
• Insulation: 700-fill goose down; certified to the RDS
• Fabric: Original shiny ripstop fabric with DWR finish
• Fit: Boxy, oversized silhouette (Retro fit)
• Features: Stowable hood packs into the collar; jacket stows into its own right-hand pocket
• Closure: VISLON® center front zip
• Adjustability: Bungee cinch-cord at the hem for a custom fit
• Pockets: Secure-zip hand pockets and internal chest pocket

Care Tips:

• Use a front-loading washing machine only; top-loaders with agitators can damage the down baffles.
• Use a specialized down detergent (like Nikwax Down Wash) to maintain the "loft" and warmth of the feathers.
• Tumble dry on low heat with 3-4 clean tennis balls; the balls help break up clumps of wet down and restore the puffer look.
• Never air dry down jackets; if the feathers stay wet for too long, they can develop an odor and lose their insulating power.
• Wipe small stains with a damp cloth immediately instead of washing the whole jacket frequently.
• Store it hanging in a dry place; do not keep it compressed in its own pocket for long periods, as it can crush the down feathers.