# Charitable Boot-Inspired Sneakers Vic Mensa and Wolverine Unveil a 1000 Mile Combat Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2019-05-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-mile References: [wolverine](http://www.wolverine.com/US/en/heritage-vic-mensa/?CID=PR-VIC-ORG-AllOutlets-VicMensaLaunch) & [savemoneysavelife.org](https://www.savemoneysavelife.org/) Hip Hop-artist Vic Mensa joins forces with Michigan-based fashion label Wolverine on a custom '1000 Mile Combat' collection. The Chicago native artist works closely throughout the entire process of co-creating the boots, starting by hand-selecting the leathers used to create the footwear. Vic Mensa states that “with Wolverine, I was able to pull my personal style into the collection and bring a lot of the [punk aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lugz-x-ozzy-osbourne) that I'm drawn to into the design of these shoes to create a [boot-inspired sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot).” The silhouette references the signature Wolverine 1000 Mile patterning and elevates the design with a thick sole unit and rugged Vibram outsoles. The [collaborative effort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-made-x-red-wing-boots) ensures that the designs are lightweight, flexible, and comfortable, arriving in three height options of low, mid, and tall. There are also three colorways to select from as well -- an all-black 'Ink,' worn-in brown 'Burnout,' and metallic-accented matte black 'Anthracite.' Overall, Vic Mensa incorporates his own gritty design language to a classic footwear silhouette, resulting in a heritage-honoring well-balanced design. Notably, a portion of the proceeds from every pair sold will be going towards Mensa's own charitable foundation, 'SaveMoneySaveLife,' which provides resources for youth organizations and underserved areas in Chicago. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Custom Collaboration Collections:** Opportunity for brands and artists to collaborate in designing custom collections that incorporate personal styles and aesthetics. - **Rugged and Stylish Footwear:** Growing demand for footwear that combines durability with fashion-forward designs, appealing to consumers seeking versatile options. - **Socially Responsible Fashion:** Increasing interest in supporting charitable causes through fashion purchases, providing opportunities for brands to align with philanthropic initiatives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Apparel and Accessories:** Brands can explore collaborations with artists and musicians to develop unique collections that resonate with consumers and drive sales. - **Footwear:** Opportunity to create rugged and stylish footwear options that cater to consumer demands for versatile and durable designs. - **Charitable Foundations and Nonprofits:** Charitable organizations can partner with fashion brands to create products that raise funds for philanthropic initiatives, combining fashion with a social cause. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upgraded Vintage Timeless Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-mile-boot-1.md) - [Soda-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolverine-y-jarritos.md) - [Rockband-Inspired Rancher Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scholar-rancher.md) - [Baseball-Inspired Premium Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-mile-boot.md) - [Ultra-Durable Urban Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skywalk-vtx-boots.md) - [Artistic Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-x-vexx.md) - [Rebellious Camo Boot Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soldier-x-timberland.md) - [Reworked Rugged Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-vans.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md)