The North Face Boys’ & Girls’ 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest - Caraway Seed
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Packable Heritage Nuptse Warmth for Big Kids
The North Face Boys’ & Girls’ 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest in Caraway Seed brings the iconic oversized-baffle look to a regular-fit layer for big kids. Its 700-fill recycled waterfowl down stays warm and highly compressible, while recycled nylon, recycled polyester and a non-PFC DWR finish support durable, water-repellent everyday wear.
Feature Visual Guide
The vest stows into its left-hand pocket for compact carrying.
700-fill recycled waterfowl down provides warm, highly compressible insulation.
A non-PFC DWR finish helps shed light moisture; this is not a waterproof shell.
The body and overlay use recycled nylon, and the lining uses recycled polyester.
Features
- Regular fit.
- Non-PFC DWR finish helps shed light moisture.
- Body and overlay use recycled nylon; the lining uses recycled polyester.
- 700-fill recycled waterfowl down provides warmth while remaining extremely compressible.
- Horizontal quilting recreates the heritage Nuptse look.
- Overlay at the collar and yoke adds durability.
- Stand collar adds coverage at the neck.
- Exposed VISLON® centre-front zipper includes a chin guard and internal draft flap.
- Covered, secure-zip hand pockets; the vest stows into the left-hand pocket.
- Internal hem cinch cord adjusts the fit, with cord ends exiting safely into the hand pockets.
- ID label for easy identification.
- Embroidered logo at the left chest and back-right shoulder.
- Oversized logos echo the original 1996 jacket.
Details
| Style | NF0A8A4B |
|---|---|
| Colour | Caraway Seed |
| Sizes | XS (6), S (7/8), M (10), L (12), XL (14/16), XXL(18/20) |
| Centre-back length | 21.5 in |
| Body | 57 g/m², 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC DWR finish |
| Overlay | 50D, 69 g/m², 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC DWR finish |
| Lining | 73 g/m², 100% recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish |
| Insulation | 700-fill recycled waterfowl down |
Size & Fit
Fit: Regular. The style covers big-kids sizes 6 through 18/20.
| Measurement | XS (6) | S (7/8) | M (10) | L (12) | XL (14–16) | XXL (18–20) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height (in) | 46–47 | 49–51 | 52.5–55.5 | 57.5–59.5 | 61–63 | 66–68 |
| Weight (lb) | 44–50 | 51–65 | 66–87 | 88–105 | 106–125 | 126–140 |
| Chest (in) | 23.5–24.5 | 25–27 | 27.5–29 | 29.5–30.5 | 31.5–33.5 | 34.5–36.5 |
| Waist (in) | 22–23 | 24–25 | 25–26 | 26.5–27.5 | 28–30 | 31–33 |
How to measure
- Height: measure from the top of the head to the floor while standing straight without shoes.
- Chest: measure around the widest part of the chest, about 2 cm below the armpits, without pulling the tape tight.
- Waist: measure around the narrowest part of the torso.
FAQ
What insulation does this vest use?
It uses 700-fill recycled waterfowl down for warm, compressible insulation.
Is this vest waterproof?
No waterproof construction is claimed. The non-PFC DWR finish adds water repellency to help shed light moisture.
Can it be packed down?
Yes. The vest stows into its left-hand pocket for more compact carrying.
How should I choose a size?
Compare body measurements with the chart above. The style uses a regular fit and each letter size includes its corresponding age/number range.
What is the Wind benefit rating?
The North Face does not publish a Wind score for this kids’ style; only the Warm rating is shown on the manufacturer product page.
Manufacturer Warranty
The North Face provides a limited lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship; exclusions apply. View the manufacturer warranty details.
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