# Streetwear-Inspired Work Boots The BAPE x Timberland Collection Includes Two Exclusive Boots By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-08-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-timberland References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/bape-timberland-collaboration/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+highsnobiety/rss) & [bape](http://bape.com) The new BAPE x Timberland collection combines Japanese heritage streetwear with workwear craftsmanship to offer customers two exclusive silhouettes: the '3-Eye Lug Handsewn Shoes' and 'Premium Waterproof Chukka Boot.' The 'Premium Waterproof Chukka Boot' comes donned with BAPE's [signature camouflage print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soldier-x-timberland) while incorporating Timberland's iconic 'Wheat' colorway. The tongue contains a co-branded patch representing both companies. Meanwhile, the boot's lateral boasts BAPE's 'BAPE STA' logo in dark brown leather. Equipped with a similar pattern and colorway the '3-Eye Lug Handsewn Shoes,' is a one-of-kind boat shoe with green laces and earthy tones. Both of these new shoes are made using Timberland's "Better Leather," and contain the brand's ReBOTL™ fabric, which is made from 50% recycled plastic, as well as its Primaloft® insulation, which is made from 55% recycled materials. Image Credit: Timberland ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Streetwear-inspired Work Boots:** The fusion of streetwear and workwear presents opportunities to create new twists on traditional work apparel, appealing to a younger demographic. - **Sustainable Materials for Footwear:** Creating products made from recycled materials will become increasingly popular in industries that focus on sustainable products or eco-friendly materials. - **Collaboration as a Marketing Strategy:** Partnering with an influential brand can expand the reach of a product and generate more buzz around the release of a new collection or line. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Brands in the fashion industry can use the streetwear-inspired work boots trend to tap into a new market, using elements of both workwear and streetwear in their designs. - **Footwear:** The trend of creating sustainable and eco-friendly shoes could prompt more innovation in the footwear industry, spurring research and development into more effective and cost-efficient recycled materials. - **Marketing and Advertising:** The BAPE x Timberland collaboration demonstrates how collaboration can be used as a marketing strategy, providing an opportunity for marketing and advertising firms to help clients develop partnerships with influential brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Winter-Ready Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-2.md) - [Textured Winter-Ready Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-3.md) - [Reimagined Signature Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-alpha-industries.md) - [Rugged Collaborative Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx.md) - [Artful Outdoor Rugged Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toya-horiuchi-timberland.md) - [Workwear-Themed Fashion Team-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfar-4.md) - [Fashion-Forward Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk8-sta.md) - [Camo-Patterned Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-adidas.md) - [Rebellious Camo Boot Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soldier-x-timberland.md)