The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest
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Product Description
ICONIC 700 FILL DOWN WARMTH WITH THE CLASSIC RETRO NUPTSE VEST SILHOUETTE
The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest brings the unmistakable proportions and heritage styling of the original 1996 design into a warm, lifestyle-focused insulated gilet. Built for everyday cold-weather wear, it combines oversized baffles, a boxy relaxed fit and durable recycled fabrics for reliable warmth around town and beyond.
700 fill goose down insulation delivers strong core warmth while remaining highly compressible, making the vest easy to wear and easy to pack when conditions change. The body uses recycled nylon ripstop, while the collar, yoke and lining use recycled nylon taffeta for added durability and a clean finish, all with a non-PFC durable water-repellent treatment for light weather resistance.
An attached stowable three-piece hood, secure-zip hand pockets and hem shockcord adjustment give it practical everyday function, while the vest also stows into the right hand pocket for easier carrying. Oversized logos and the classic Nuptse shape complete a retro-inspired insulated layer built for cool days and regular lifestyle use.
CLASSIC NUPTSE DESIGN
- Inspired by the iconic design lines of the original 1996 Nuptse Vest
- Relaxed fit with a boxy silhouette
- Oversize baffles create the distinctive Retro Nuptse look
INSULATED CORE WARMTH
- 700 fill down offers warmth while remaining extremely compressible
- Built as a lifestyle vest for cool days and everyday wear
- Attached stowable three-piece hood packs into the stand collar
FUNCTIONAL EVERYDAY DETAILS
- Exposed VISLON centre front zip
- Secure-zip hand pockets for everyday storage
- Shockcord at the hem for adjustability
PACKABILITY AND FINISHING
- Vest stows into the right hand pocket
- Original shiny ripstop fabric adds durability
- Oversize logos reference the original '96 vest
RECYCLED MATERIAL BUILD
- Body fabric uses 100% recycled nylon ripstop
- Collar, yoke and lining use 100% recycled nylon taffeta
- Non-PFC durable water-repellent finish adds light weather resistance
BODY FABRIC
- 40D 54 g/m² 100% recycled nylon ripstop
- Non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
COLLAR, YOKE AND LINING
- 50D 69 g/m² 100% recycled nylon taffeta
- Non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
INSULATION
- 700 fill goose down
- Certified to the Responsible Down Standard by Control Union
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Insulated vest |
| Collection | Nuptse |
| Activity | Lifestyle |
| Gender | Women |
| Technology | Goose Down |
| Fit | Relaxed, boxy silhouette |
| Body Fabric | 40D 54 g/m² 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish |
| Collar, Yoke and Lining | 50D 69 g/m² 100% recycled nylon taffeta with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish |
| Insulation | 700 fill goose down, certified to the Responsible Down Standard by Control Union |
| Hood | Attached stowable three-piece hood |
| Front Zip | Exposed VISLON centre front zip |
| Pockets | Secure-zip hand pockets |
| Hem | Shockcord for adjustability |
| Packability | Stows into right hand pocket |
| Average Weight | 415 g |
| Centre Back Length | 60.3 cm |
The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest uses US sizing. Measurements below are listed in centimetres.
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hip | Sleeve Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 79-81 cm | 61-64 cm | 81-86 cm | 80 cm |
| S | 84-89 cm | 66-71 cm | 89-91 cm | 81 cm |
| M | 91-94 cm | 74-76 cm | 94-99 cm | 83 cm |
| L | 99-102 cm | 81-84 cm | 102-109 cm | 87 cm |
| XL | 107-112 cm | 89-94 cm | 109-119 cm | 89 cm |
| 2XL | 117-119 cm | 99-102 cm | 119-127 cm | 91 cm |
What insulation does the The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest use?
The The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest uses 700 fill goose down certified to the Responsible Down Standard by Control Union.
Is the The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest waterproof?
No. It has a non-PFC durable water-repellent finish for light weather resistance, but it is not described as waterproof.
Can the vest pack into itself?
Yes. The vest stows into the right hand pocket for easier packing and storage.
Does the Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest have a hood?
Yes. It has an attached stowable three-piece hood that packs into the stand collar.
What fit does this vest have?
It has a relaxed fit with a boxy silhouette inspired by the original 1996 Nuptse Vest.
What kind of pockets does the vest have?
It has secure-zip hand pockets for everyday storage.
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