# Zipper-Accented Leather Shoes Dr. Martens Receives a New Version of the 1461 Model Alongside BEAMS By Amy Duong | Published 2019-04-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1461-model References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/beams-dr-martens-1461-release-date-price/) & [drmartens](http://drmartens.com/) Streetwear imprint [BEAMS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-model) works in collaboration with [Dr. Martens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zebzag-collection) to create a new iteration of the signature 1461 model for the season. The Japanese imprint informs the traditional silhouette with a zipper accent on the side, adding a subtle new elevation. The rest of the construction remains fairly the same as the original and it comes in simple colorway options of either black or white. The uppers are constructed from smooth leather materials and are accented with the iconic yellow heel loop and intertwining welt stitching. The metal zipper showcases itself beside the lacing system with a BEAMS branded metal tab. Additional details include the sockliner with co-branding details and the trademark [AirWair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-x-palace) sole unit to deliver comfort. The new 1462 model comes in a bespoke box alongside a set of new laces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 20% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Zipper-accented Shoes:** Designing shoes with zipper accents can change traditional silhouettes and add a subtle new elevation to the design. - **Co-branded Products:** Collaborating with other brands to create new iterations of a product, can broaden the market and create a greater buzz around the product. - **Minimalist Colorway Options:** Creating a product with minimalistic color options can easily cater to the growing demand for simpler and cleaner designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Exploring the fashion industry through collaborations and subtle design changes to iconic silhouettes can open up the market to a wider audience and a bigger buzz. - **Footwear:** Incorporating co-branded designs in creating new iterations of well-known products can give a competitive edge to the footwear industry by broadening the market and increasing sales. - **Design:** Designing minimalist products that offer fewer options can cater to the growing demand for simplicity and create a new segment of customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lace-Free Boot Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zebzag-collection.md) - [Vintage Collaborative Rugged Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thisisneverthat-7.md) - [Bold Maximalist Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoshield-xx01.md) - [Streetwear Oxford Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1461-3eye-shoe.md) - [Hybrid Dynamic Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-leather-boot.md) - [New Year-Inspired Rugged Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-dragon-collection-1.md) - [90’s Inspired Archival Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-collection.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Luxe Burgundy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pascal-love-letter-boot.md)