# Multifunctional Fashion Boots H&M's Calf-High Faux Leather Boots Convert to Mules By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-12-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-boots References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hm-conscious-exclusive-aw20-creates-fashion-out-of-waste-301185758.html) & [www2.hm](https://www2.hm.com/en_us/productpage.0908252001.html) [H&M's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-2) Conscious Exclusive A/W20 collection includes pieces that feature sustainably sourced materials made from waste, as well as styles like [fashion boots that can be transformed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2) to help people get more out of their wardrobe. In terms of accessories, one of the standout pieces from the collection are the calf-high faux leather Multifunctional Boots, which can be turned into mules to create a completely different look. Made from VEGEA, a vegan leather partly made from wine by-products, the Multifunctional Boots boast a [removable sock component](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commbi). The boots have square toes, decorative pleats, slim heels and a zipper at the back. The hybrid footwear style boosts the potential for the shoes to be worn twice as often thanks to their versatility. Image Credit: H&M ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Fashion:** The use of sustainably sourced materials and innovative design in fashion - **Convertible Footwear:** The trend of footwear that can transform into different styles or functions - **Vegan Leather:** The rising popularity of animal-friendly alternatives to traditional leather ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate sustainable materials and versatile designs into their product offerings - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Opportunity to develop and produce convertible footwear styles to cater to consumer demand for versatility - **Sustainable Materials:** Opportunity for companies to innovate and create more eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials like leather ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hiking Boot-Tranformed Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluemarble-and-diemme.md) - [Over-Knee Water-Repellent Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overknee-waterrepellent-boots.md) - [3-in-1 Platform Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugg-goldenrise.md) - [Chunky Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/y3-kyasu-overboot.md) - [Hybrid Dynamic Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-leather-boot.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Blockish Tread-Covered Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-24-boot.md) - [Sustainable Modular Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-sneaker-1.md) - [Relaxed Hybrid Design Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot.md)