# Gradient Tonal Grungey Boots Marcelo Burlon and Timberland Drops a New 6 Boot for The FW18 Season By Amy Duong | Published 2018-10-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6-boot References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/10/marcelo-burlon-timberland-fall-winter-2018-boot-black-red-release) & [antonioli.eu](https://www.antonioli.eu/en/HK/men/products/cmia074f189161292088) Fashion label Marcelo Burlon showcased its extensive Fall/Winter 2018 collection at Milan Fashion Week earlier this year, and amongst that capsule are some collaborations done with [Timberland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx), including its 6 Boot. The silhouette perfectly fuses sportswear functionality with grungey design cues. It boasts a captivating [gradient tonal design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6) throughout its entire upper, blending bright red to black. The toe area and vamp are black as it slowly transitions along the side into the red color going upwards to the padded collar. There are branding details that read "Marcelo Burlon County of Milan" across the tongue and the heel, with the signature Timberland tree logo on the bottom. The boots are constructed from 100% leather materials and is rounded off with a tag and lug sole. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 83% | 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 - **Gradient Tonal Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by incorporating captivating gradient tonal designs in apparel and accessories. - **Sportswear Functionality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the sportswear industry by creating products that seamlessly blend functionality and design cues. - **Collaborations in Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation through collaborations between fashion labels and brands to create unique and desirable products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion industry to create apparel and accessories with captivating gradient tonal designs. - **Sportswear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the sportswear industry by integrating sportswear functionality with stylish design cues. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the footwear industry by collaborating with fashion labels to create unique and stylish shoe designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged Collaborative Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Reworked Heritage Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-x-timberland.md) - [Refined Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boots-gtx.md) - [Dark Tonal Preppy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-boat-shoe.md) - [Textured Winter-Ready Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-3.md) - [Industrial Textural Rugged Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2x4-brutal-boot.md) - [Premium Collaborative Glazed Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veneda-carter-3.md) - [Workwear-Themed Fashion Team-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfar-4.md)