# Sustainable Rugged Rain Boots Everlane Launches Its First-Ever Rain Boot Selection for the Season By Amy Duong | Published 2019-02-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firstever-rain-boot References: [refinery29](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/02/223427/everlane-rain-boot-colors-spring-2019?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss) & [everlane](https://www.everlane.com/) Sustainable fashion label [Everlane](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everpuff) launches its first-ever rain boot collection to combat the wet weather conditions that come with the colder seasons. The inaugural footwear selection features five different colorways of rain boots that are designed to have a rugged appeal. It translates through the sturdy sole construction and slips on similar to the design of a [Chelsea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jb-ander) boot. The tonal options include black, green, blush pink, bone white, and camel. All of the colorways boast a protective component in the form of a toe cap made using a black rubberized material. The elastic on the side and pull tab at the heel are also complete in black for a touch of contrast for most of the tonal options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Rain Boots:** The trend towards sustainable fashion provides an opportunity for innovative materials used in rain boots. - **Rugged Footwear:** With the popularity of outdoor activities, there is a trend towards durable and rugged footwear. - **Chelsea Boot Design:** Using a Chelsea boot design in rain boots creates an opportunity for a merging of style and function. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can continue to innovate by incorporating sustainable materials and rugged designs in products like rain boots. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can benefit from creating durable and protective footwear for consumers who enjoy outdoor activities. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturing can incorporate Chelsea boot designs in rain boots for a more stylish and functional product. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Rainproof-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainproofstyle-sneakers.md) - [Over-Knee Water-Repellent Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overknee-waterrepellent-boots.md) - [Waterproof Classic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-rain-boot.md) - [Nature-Inspired Boot Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baffin-introduces-sea-green.md) - [Weatherproof Chelsea Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-tramline-chelsea-917-gtx-boot.md) - [Sustainable Winter-Ready Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-2.md) - [Rugged Waterproof Rubber Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-rubber-boot.md) - [Rubberized Weatherproof Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-1460-rain-boots.md) - [Weatherproof Utility Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daystorm-horizon.md)