# Cold Weather Sneaker Styles The Converse Chuck Taylor Winter Collection is Classic Yet Durable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chuck-taylor-winter-collection References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/converse-fw19-cold-weather-collection/) & [news.nike](https://news.nike.com/footwear/converse-cold-weather-2019-collection) The [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1) Chuck Taylor winter collection has been updated to offer consumers a cold weather-ready lineup of footwear options that are perfect for those looking to maintain a casual style throughout the chilly season. The collection includes the military-styled Chuck Taylor MC18 along with the 1940s-inspired [Chuck 70](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-wedge) Bosey and Bosey MC, which are all characterized by their ability to withstand the elements. This is achieved with [water repellent capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-weatherized-collection), an insulated design, enhanced traction for gripping slippery surface and enhanced toe guards. The Converse Chuck Taylor winter collection will be available for purchase starting November 7 and are hiply finished to make them suitable for urban consumers who want to withstand the elements without losing sight of their own stylistic preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cold Weather-ready Footwear:** Opportunity for innovative footwear brands to create stylish and durable shoes that can withstand cold weather conditions. - **Enhanced Traction Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to develop advanced traction technology for shoes, providing better grip on slippery surfaces. - **Functional Fashion:** Growing trend of combining functionality and style in clothing and footwear, creating opportunities for brands to design versatile winter collections. ### Where This Applies - **Apparel and Footwear:** Opportunity for fashion brands to expand their product offerings and tap into the market demand for cold weather footwear with enhanced features. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity for companies in the outdoor recreation industry to develop winter footwear that is both stylish and protective against the elements, catering to adventurous consumers. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for tech companies to collaborate with footwear brands and develop smart shoe features specifically designed for cold weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [Breathable Waterproof High Tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-star-ox.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Heritage Utility Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-1908-bronco.md) - [Distressed Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feng-chen-wang-and-converse.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md)