# Square Toe Ankle Boots CamperLab's EKI Ankle Boots is an Extended Penny Loafer By Amy Duong | Published 2021-02-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eki References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/2/camperlab-eki-ankle-boots-penny-loafer-square-toe-mens) & [camper](https://www.camper.com/en_US/men/shoes/eki/camper-eki-K300391-001) [CamperLab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramba) introduces the new EKI ankle boot design which are designed in a sleek aesthetic for any season of the year. The front of the shoe boasts a [square toe design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubism-sq) and delivers an asymmetrical look as the medial side of the shoe moves towards the inner part of the silhouette. Up by the vamp area, there is a unique strap -- the same one that can be found on a [penny loafer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellis-penny-loafers). Essentially the EKI ankle boots is a hybrid iteration of the EKI boat shoe and Walden loafer, which have been fused and extended to create the EKI ankle boot. The boot itself is made using brushed calf leather materials in a black hue and then highly polished. Image Credit: Camperlab ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Square Toe Shoes:** Opportunity to explore modern designs that combine comfort and style, disrupting traditional shoe shapes. - **Hybrid Footwear:** Opportunity to create new products by fusing elements from unrelated styles. - **Asymmetrical Shoe Design:** Opportunity to experiment with unique shapes and add a touch of edginess to shoe designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Create new collections that explore modern materials, shapes and textures to stand out in the market. - **Retail:** Opportunities to offer unique shoe designs that resonate with customers who are looking for edgier, modern options. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Explore new materials and techniques to create innovative designs that capture the attention of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Monochromatic Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramba.md) - [Square Toe Minimal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubism-sq.md) - [Relaxed Hybrid Design Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot.md) - [Hybrid Brogue-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henry-wing-cap-chelsea-boot.md) - [Shearling Vamp Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vamp-boots.md) - [Dark Tonal Preppy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-boat-shoe.md) - [Sophisticated Penny Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellis-penny-loafers.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot.md) - [Blockish Tread-Covered Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-24-boot.md)