# Sleek Co-Branded Combat Boots Dr. Marten's and Schott NYC Joined to Release Two Exclusive Models By Riley von Niessen | Published 2019-10-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-and-schott References: [drmartens](https://www.drmartens.com/us/en/p/24712001) & [drmartens](https://www.drmartens.com/us/en/p/24716001) In time for the colder months of the year, Dr. Marten's and [Schott NYC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octobre-editions-x-schott-nyc) joined forces for the release of two new designs, dubbed the Schott 1490 and and Schott 1460. The Schott 1490 is the taller of the two makes, with the 10-eye design boasting a sleek aesthetic that's complemented by zippers on the outer sides, which are partially covered by small snaps. The Schott 1460 is a bit shorter with an [8-eye design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-8eyelet-boot), and includes small silver star embellishments. The combat boots can be laced, or can have a zipper attachment clipped in for a different look. Both boot designs use [Dr. Marten's signature Smooth leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-x-dr-martens-2295-decon), making them durable and easy to clean. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Co-branded Fashion Collaborations:** Opportunity for brands to leverage each other's strengths and create exclusive designs. - **Functional and Versatile Footwear:** Growing demand for boots that offer both style and practicality, with interchangeable features and multifunctional designs. - **Sustainable Leather Alternatives:** Rise in eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes as consumers seek more sustainable options for their footwear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to partner with different brands to create unique products that cater to specific customer segments. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Space for footwear manufacturers to explore innovative materials and design features that cater to the growing demand for functional and versatile footwear. - **Eco-friendly Materials:** Increasing market for eco-friendly leather alternatives, providing opportunities for companies to develop and promote sustainable materials for the fashion industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Dynamic Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-leather-boot.md) - [Vintage Collaborative Rugged Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thisisneverthat-7.md) - [Bold Maximalist Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoshield-xx01.md) - [Luxe Burgundy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pascal-love-letter-boot.md) - [80s Metal-Band-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-x-metallica.md) - [New Year-Inspired Rugged Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-dragon-collection-1.md) - [Waterproof Classic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-rain-boot.md) - [Rubberized Weatherproof Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-1460-rain-boots.md) - [Dark Collab Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnightblack-collection.md)