# Sneaker-Shaped Wellies The Hunter Daleton Boot are Slimmer and More Conspicuous By Meghan Young | Published 2014-05-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunter-daleton-boot References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/hunter-daleton-sneakers/) & [shop.nordstrom](http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/hunter-daleton-boot/3495752?cm_ven=Linkshare&cm_cat=partner&cm_pla=10&cm_ite=1&siteId=TnL5HPStwNw-AygQzEAwR1EmJn9qfeawIw) Rain boots are not often considered conspicuous, but the Hunter Daleton Boots are. Shaped like a sneaker, it is hard not to appreciate how easy it will be to keep wearing these waterproof shoes throughout the day. Instead of toting around an extra pair of office-appropriate footwear on a rainy day, the Hunter Daleton Boot has people covered, especially men. Made out of the name natural rubber all traditional Hunters are, the Hunter Daleton Boot is a modern alternative that will appeal to modern day commuters. Available in black, the sole of the boot is white and red, which embraces the brand's signature colorway. A slip-on design, the Hunter Daleton Boot essentially combines the best of two worlds in order to keep people dry and stylish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Sneaker-shaped Boots:** There is an opportunity to disrupt footwear by blending sneaker designs with functional wellies. - **Office-appropriate Rain Shoes:** Creating rain shoes that can be worn in a professional setting could change current consumer habits and preferences. - **Modifying Traditional Designs:** Innovating on existing traditional designs, such as rain boots, can appeal to modern-day consumers looking for style and function. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** The footwear industry would benefit from incorporating more functional yet stylish designs for different occasions. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can lead the charge in creating versatile, fashionable rain shoes that can be worn in different settings. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturing industries could explore the possibilities of using new materials that lend design flexibility to utilitarian products such as rain boots. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherproof Chelsea Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-tramline-chelsea-917-gtx-boot.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Hybrid Waterproof Sneaker Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vessi-weekend-chelsea-boots.md) - [Waterproof Classic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-rain-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) - [Halocline Waterproof Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe.md) - [Black Waterproof Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hencroft-madi-waterproof-boots.md) - [Inclement Weather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropicfeel-canyon-hdry-waterproof-sneakers.md)