# Opulent Boot Brand Slippers The Viberg Mule Anise Calf Suede Has a Stylish, Well-Built Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mule-anise-calf-suede References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2020/01/14/viberg-mule/) & [viberg](https://viberg.com/products/mule-anise-calf-suede?variant=31555879370861) The Viberg Mule Anise Calf Suede is a demure slipper shoe that seeks to strike a balance between function and form to offer fashion enthusiasts with a [high-end yet relaxed footwear style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chrome-hearts-and-birkenstock). The [mule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mule-loafer) is achieved with a wholecut upper section along with French binding on the seams, while Goodyear storm welted construction ensures the utmost attention to durability. The relaxed footwear design is perfect for lounging around the house yet maintains a style that could easily be worn out of the house as a slightly more formal option than sneakers and less formal than traditional loafers. The Viberg Mule Anise Calf Suede is priced at $520 and is part of the continued growth of the [relaxed luxury market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ring-moc) as consumers seek out high-quality goods with an attention to a mellow aesthetic. Image Credit: Viberg ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Relaxed Luxury Footwear:** As the relaxed luxury market continues to grow, there is an opportunity for brands to offer high-quality, well-designed footwear that balances comfort and style. - **Wholecut Upper Section:** The use of wholecut upper sections in footwear design presents an opportunity for brands to create a sleek, seamless look with exceptional attention to detail. - **Goodyear Storm Welted Construction:** The continued use of Goodyear storm welted construction in footwear design offers an opportunity for brands to showcase their commitment to durability and longevity. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can take advantage of the growing demand for relaxed luxury footwear by offering stylish and well-built options at premium prices. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore the use of wholecut upper sections and Goodyear storm welted construction to create footwear that is both stylish and durable. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can expand into the relaxed luxury market by creating high-quality, comfortable items that maintain a sense of luxury and refinement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Barefoot-Style Slip-On Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-gobi-wavey-mule.md) - [Fuzzy Mule Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-slipon.md) - [Hiking Boot-Tranformed Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluemarble-and-diemme.md) - [Comfy Anti-Fashion Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhodes-suede-mule.md) - [Premium Fashion-Forward Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mave-chez.md) - [Sleek Suede Skate Clog-Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-v3.md) - [Shearling-Lined Suede Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amour-suede-shearling-bridges.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Collaborative Stylish Sneaker Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-530-mules.md)