We chose Timberland because it is high end yet eco-friendly. Company’s background and information. Best known for making men 's, women 's, and kids ' footwear, Timberland manufactures hiking boots, boat shoes, sandals, and dress and outdoor casual footwear. The company also makes apparel (outerwear, shirts, pants, socks) and accessories, such as sunglasses, watches, and belts. Its brands include SmartWool, howies, IPATH, and Timberland. Timberland sells its products through about 230 company-owned stores and through department and athletic shops in Asia, Canada, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and the US. In 2011 uber apparel maker V.F. Corporation purchased the company for more than $2 billion. Timberland is best known for men’s, women’s and kids footwear. It manufactures hiking boots, boat shoes, sandals, dress and outdoor casual footwear. The company also makes apparels and accessories, such as sunglasses and belts. Timberland’s brands include Smart Wool, Howies and IPAD. There are 230 company-owned stores, department and athletic stores in Asia, Canada, Europe, Latin America, The Middle East and the US. In 2011 uber apparel maker, V.F. Corporation, bought over Timberland for more than $2 billion. Main competitors. Wolverine World Wide, Inc. The company makes Hush Puppies casual shoes and slippers, as well as boots, sandals, and related apparel and accessories. Its boot lines include Merrell (outdoor), Bates (military), HyTest, and Wolverine (industrial);