STRATHAM, N.H., Aug. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Timberland
Company today announced details about its newest retail location,
at Westfield Old Orchard, 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, IL. Doors open at 10 a.m. on Friday, August
19, giving Chicagoans expanded and direct access to the
brand's authentic outdoor heritage and industry-leading approach to
sustainability.
"We are thrilled about this opportunity to grow our presence in
the Chicago area, which is one of
our strongest markets worldwide," said John
Pazzani, vice president of retail and e-commerce for
Timberland. "Chicago is filled
with dynamic people who love the outdoors and the lifestyle it
embodies, whether they're in the city or on a weekend getaway.
At the Westfield Old Orchard location, they'll be able to
find all the Timberland® gear they need to explore, wherever their
adventures take them."
In step with Timberland® stores around the world, the new 2,300
sq. foot space is designed to reflect the company's long-standing
commitment to sustainability, through the use of recycled materials
and other eco-conscious building practices. Build-out
features include reclaimed wood and industrial machinery (used for
table bases); recycled stoneware floor tiles; FSC certified woods;
reduced-wattage LED lighting; Energy Star-eligible equipment and
appliances; low volatile organic compound (VOC) paints; and
water-conserving plumbing fixtures. The space also features a
unique, custom mural celebrating "green spaces" throughout the
Chicago area.
The new Westfield Old Orchard location will offer outdoor
apparel, accessories and footwear for men and women, including the
brand's popular Earthkeepers® collection of shoes and boots made
from eco-conscious materials. Shoppers will also have access
to the latest outdoor performance footwear and elite collections,
including the Timberland Boot Company® Collection (for men and
women) and the Abington Collection (for men).
The Westfield Old Orchard store joins the brand's Aurora, IL Timberland® factory outlet in the
region, and is an important part of Timberland's 2011 retail
expansion, which to date has included new stores in Boston (March), San
Francisco (April), New York
City / Herald Square (May) and North Conway, NH (June).
The store is located in the Westfield Old Orchard Center, Suite
D5, 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie,
IL 60077. Store phone: (847) 673-0856. Hours: Monday –
Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Sunday 11
a.m. – 6 p.m.
About Timberland
Timberland (NYSE: TBL) is a global leader in the design,
engineering and marketing of premium-quality footwear, apparel and
accessories for consumers who value the outdoors and their time in
it. Timberland markets products under the Timberland®, Timberland
PRO®, Mountain Athletics®, SmartWool®, Timberland Boot Company® and
howies® brands, all of which offer quality workmanship and
detailing and are built to withstand the elements of nature.
The company's products can be found in leading department and
specialty stores as well as Timberland® retail stores throughout
North America, Europe, Asia,
Latin America, South Africa and the Middle East. Timberland's dedication to
making quality products is matched by the company's commitment to
"doing well and doing good" -- forging powerful partnerships among
employees, consumers and service partners to transform the
communities in which they live and work. To learn more about
Timberland, please visit www.timberland.com.
About Westfield Old Orchard
Westfield Old Orchard is conveniently located in Skokie, Illinois, at the intersection of
Skokie Boulevard and Old Orchard Road. The center is home to
Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Lord
& Taylor and Macy's, along with 140 specialty shops,
restaurants and cinemas. The center abounds with fantastic choices
including Anthropologie, Crate & Barrel, L.L. Bean, Tiffany & Co., Williams-Sonoma and Zara to name a few. Dining options
include California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory,
Maggiano's Little Italy, McCormick & Schmick's, as well as fast
casual options including Johnny Rocket's, Potbelly Sandwich Works
and more. For more information call (847) 673-6800, visit
www.westfield.com/oldorchard, or find the Center on Facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/oldorchard.
MEDIA CONTACT FOR TIMBERLAND:
Christina Petroni, Porter Novelli
christina.petroni@porternovelli.com, (212) 601-8164
MEDIA CONTACTS FOR WESTFIELD OLD ORCHARD:
Shannon Ridgeway,
sridgeway@westfield.com, (847) 674-7070
Priscilla Visintine,
pvisintine@cardengroup.net, (314) 821-8232
SOURCE The Timberland Company