# Metallic Punk Boots Dr. Martens & Raf Simons Boots Hit the Market (UPDATE) By LEX | Published 2009-11-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-raf-simons-boots References: [drmartens](http://www.drmartens.com) & [rafsimons](http://www.rafsimons.com) This summer, we brought you news that Dr. Martens and Raf Simons were collaborating for a fierce line of [metallic boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veneda-carter-4), and they have now been released. We've seen a wave of [90s fashions making a comeback](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-collection), from frilly dresses and floral prints to denim jackets, plaid and grunge. Whether you want to bring back the Bronze age, were born with a silver spoon in your mouth, or prefer to go for the gold, these Dr. Martens and Raf Simons gems are a surefire way to tap into this metallic theme and give your wardrobe a simple but vital update. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Metallic Fashion:** With the resurgence of 90s fashion, metallic accents are making a statement and providing an opportunity for innovative designs. - **Collaborative Footwear:** Collaborations between iconic brands like Dr. Martens and designers like Raf Simons offer opportunities for unique and bold shoe designs. - **Retro Revival:** The comeback of 90s fashion trends presents a chance for brands to reintroduce nostalgic styles with a modern twist. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** The collaboration between Dr. Martens and Raf Simons demonstrates the potential for innovative and eye-catching footwear in the market. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage the demand for metallic fashion trends to create unique and attention-grabbing collections. - **Design:** This collaboration showcases the intersection of fashion and design, offering opportunities for creative and boundary-pushing designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Doll-Inspired Shoe Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-x-bratz.md) - [Bold Maximalist Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoshield-xx01.md) - [Avant-Garde Dramatic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-dmxl-megalace.md) - [Dark Collab Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnightblack-collection.md) - [Hybrid Dynamic Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-leather-boot.md) - [Paint-Adorned Rugged Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-8eyelet-boot.md) - [90’s Inspired Archival Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-collection.md) - [Vintage Collaborative Rugged Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thisisneverthat-7.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md)