We made the Nuptse. A jacket rooted in the unforgiving nature of mountaineering and immortalized on city streets. Respected for generations, our 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket retains the confidence and grit to stand alone. With unmistakable oversized baffles, and ultra-warm 700-fill down insulation, it’s been a global symbol for decades. Relaxed but packable. Protective but chill. This is an icon. Fit: Relaxed, hip-length silhouette / Interior hem shock cord for adjustability Warmth: 700-fill down insulation for premium loft and compression Sustainability: 100% recycled body, lining and overlay fabrics Durability: Ripstop fabric with solid taffeta blocking for abrasion resistance Details: Attached three-piece hood packs into collar / Secure-zip hand pockets / Jacket stows in right hand pocket Compatibility: Adjustable elastic cuffs with Triclimate® loops snap-in to our GORE-TEX® Mountain Jacket Heritage: Based on the iconic 1996 design The North Face Women's 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket Purple