# Stiletto Moots Stuart Weitzman Designs High-Heeled Boots for Men By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-02-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gender-bending-styles-is-the-moot-the-next-hot-thing-for-men References: [thefrisky](http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-nice-heels-dude/) & [stuartweitzman](http://www.stuartweitzman.com/) You've probably heard that you can tell a lot about a man by looking at his shoes. How about if he's wearing [high heeled boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot)? Stuart Weitzman started making custom-designed high heels for garage band singer Justin Tranter of Semi-Precious Weapons; Weitzman has now released his gender-bending boots for sale. We'll call them the 'Moot' for short. Add this to the cross-gender manscara, guyliner and mantyhose. **Implications** - Stuart Weitzman typically enjoys making heels for women and is adored by many celebrities. Justin Tranter says in a statement, "I love heels for two reasons: One, they make my amazing legs look even better and two, I love being able to make an artistic statement without even opening my mouth.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gender-neutral Footwear:** Businesses can tap into the growing demand for gender-neutral fashion to create innovative footwear designs. - **Male Makeup:** As more men embrace makeup and other traditionally female beauty products, there is an opportunity to create new complementary products. - **Androgynous Fashion:** Designers can create gender-fluid clothing lines to cater to consumers who are breaking traditional gender norms. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can challenge gender stereotypes by introducing gender-neutral products and collections. - **Beauty:** Beauty companies can expand their product lines to cater to male consumers who are interested in traditionally female products. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can embrace androgynous fashion and style as a way to support gender fluidity and inclusivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stiletto Knee-High Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Chunky Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/y3-kyasu-overboot.md) - [Blockish Tread-Covered Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-24-boot.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot.md) - [Western-Inspired Statement Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melissa-x-maldito.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md)