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# Military-Inspired Suede Boots
Haven Launches Its First-Ever Footwear Item, the Catalyst Boot

By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-12-20 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catalyst-boot
References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/style/haven-catalyst-boot) & [shop.havenshop](https://shop.havenshop.com/collections/haven?_ga=2.70338646.752883702.1639989965-915843416.1608724552)

Canadian menswear brand Haven has announced the release of the Catalyst Boot, its very first footwear silhouette. Inspired by the design of Canadian military combat boots, the Catalyst combines outdoor functionality, high-tech performance, and luxury fashion.

Crafted in Onè Di Fonte, Italy, these one-of-a-kind boots come dressed in a Kudu suede upper from [Charles F Stead and Co Ltd.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-x-charles-darwin-foundation), a company known for producing some of the finest leathers in the world. Meanwhile, their medial sides don YKK [Excella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lundi-rubens-backpack) zippers, making it easy for wearers to slip them on and off. In addition, the boots feature a Zeppa NG5 midsole for superior comfort and a [Vibram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daystorm-horizon) New Winkler sole for improved grip and stability. Lastly, the boots are finished with a padded collar with perforated detailing and a full leather lining.

Image Credit: Haven

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.8/10
- Popularity: 65% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 11%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Military-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity for luxury footwear brands to incorporate military-inspired elements into their designs for a high fashion, high-performance look.
- **Zipper-enhanced Footwear:** Potential for footwear brands to introduce convenient and stylish zipper closures for easy wear and added design aesthetic.
- **High-tech Performance Footwear:** Possibility for footwear brands to integrate advanced comfort and grip features for improved functionality and performance.

### Where This Applies

- **Luxury Footwear:** Opportunity for luxury footwear brands to incorporate military-inspired elements into their designs for a high fashion, high-performance look.
- **Zipper Manufacturers:** Potential for zipper manufacturers to collaborate with footwear brands in introducing convenient and stylish zipper closures for easy wear and added design aesthetic.
- **Footwear Technology:** Possibility for footwear technology companies to develop and introduce advanced comfort and grip features for improved functionality and performance in high-end footwear products.

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