# Rugged Ballistic Nylon Boots The Clarks x Haven GORE-TEX Wallabee Boot is Inclement Weather-Ready By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-x-haven-goretex-wallabee-boot References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/2019/04/clarks-x-haven-gore-tex-wallabee-boots/) & [havenshop](https://havenshop.com/features/haven-clarks-originals-gore-tex-ballistic-wallabee-boots/) Active consumer lifestyles require clothing, shoes and accessories that are impervious to inclement weather, so brands are responding with new products like the [Clarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallabee-gtx-sp) x Haven GORE-TEX Wallabee Boot. Crafted as [collaboration footwear option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-wallabee-boot) with a hip edge, the shoes have a utilitarian design that is impervious to water and debris. The [Vibram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daystorm-horizon) Moreflex outsole offers advanced comfort and protection from city streets to ensure that spring weather won't render them well-worn after just a few wears. The Clarks x Haven GORE-TEX Wallabee Boot is priced at $225 and has been designed in a number of military-inspired colorway options. The boots will be available from Haven starting on April 25: just in time for soggy spring weather. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Active Consumer Lifestyles:** Opportunity to develop weather-resistant clothing, shoes, and accessories that cater to consumers with active lifestyles. - **Utilitarian Design:** Opportunity to create products with a utilitarian design that offers functionality without compromising style. - **Collaboration Footwear:** Opportunity to collaborate with brands to create unique and innovative footwear options for consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion & Apparel:** There is a need to develop weather-resistant clothing, shoes, and accessories for consumers with an active lifestyle. - **Outdoor & Adventure:** Opportunity to create utilitarian and weather-resistant products for outdoor enthusiasts who require functionality and protection. - **Footwear:** Collaboration with other brands can lead to the development of innovative and stylish footwear options for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative UK-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-and-clarks.md) - [Weatherized Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallabee-gtx-sp.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Collaborative Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-wallabee-boot.md) - [Chunky Autumnal Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-x-hoka-stinson-evo-gtx.md) - [Weatherproof Utility Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daystorm-horizon.md) - [Reimagined Suede Classic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincible-x-clarks.md) - [Black Waterproof Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hencroft-madi-waterproof-boots.md) - [Weatherproof Chelsea Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-tramline-chelsea-917-gtx-boot.md)