Listen carefully. Hear that frantic clicking sound? It’s stilettos, peeptoes, pumps and platforms scattering well out of harm’s way.

It’s winter now, and 2013 is the season of Timberland.

The illustrious boot brand has chosen South Yarra’s Chapel Street as its new stomping ground, assertively toeing the line between backcountry ruggedness and urban chic. Think mild-season glamping, or Bear Grylls on a Starbucks run.

You’ll love the earthy mustard hues and iconic rubber soles. You’ll love the rich, buttery leathers just as much as you love your platform T-bars, just in a different way. Imagine falling straight into that relationship sweet spot of being comfortable but not too comfortable ­– not being judged for eating leftover Thai out of the container, but turning heads for all the right reasons when you do step out together.

This could be the start of something great. 

Timberland
Mon-Thurs, Sat 10-6pm, Fri 10-6, Sun 10-5
T: 03 9824 1288
417 Chapel Street, South Yarra