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# Secret Agent Footwear
This 'Mountain Light II' Boot is Worn by James Bond in the Film 'Spectre'

By David Ingram | Published 2015-11-09 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-light-ii
References: [werd](http://www.werd.com/32263/the-bond-boot-by-danner/) & [danner](http://www.danner.com/james-bond-spectre-mountain-light-ii)

Dress for winter like a world-class secret agent would with these special 'Mountain Light II' hiking boots.

These special black 'Bond Boots' were made by Portland, Oregon-based boot company Danner for actor Daniel Craig to wear in the James Bond spy film 'Spectre.' The special 007 secret agent version of the 'Mountain Light II' receives a black-on-black color design for a sophisticated and stealthy look.

These specialty spy boots are each handmade with full-grain leather, and feature a special stitched construction for both improved durability and stability in demanding winter weather. They also have a specially designed outsole and heel for lightweight comfort mixed with top-notch traction in both wet and dry environments.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.7/10
- Popularity: 58% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Stealthy Design:** Creating products with a sophisticated and stealthy aesthetic offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry.
- **Specialized Construction:** Developing products with specialized construction techniques for improved durability and performance presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry.
- **Lightweight Comfort:** Incorporating lightweight materials and designs that prioritize comfort provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the outdoor gear industry.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation by incorporating sophisticated and stealthy designs into their products.
- **Footwear:** The footwear industry can embrace disruptive innovation by implementing specialized construction techniques to enhance durability and performance.
- **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can pursue disruptive innovation by focusing on lightweight materials and comfort-driven designs.

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