# Premium Waterproof Boots These New Timberlands Include an Array of Luxuriously Stylish Features By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-10-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-timberlands References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/10/timberland-2016-brogue-waterproof-boot) & [timberland](https://www.timberland.com/) A collection of new Timberlands aim to remix the American footwear brand's classic appearance -- swapping out the [rugged look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx) for one that's much more refined. Both the all-black and chestnut variations come outfitted in [premium leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-x-timberland), straying from the suede that's usually seen for a look that's a bit sleeker. This is complemented by stitching of a different tone that decorates the sides of the new TImberlands artfully -- pairing well with perforated patterns that coincide with it. On the chestnut colorway, the boots are finished off with a [white sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3eye-classic-lug-1) that offers a clean contrast, while the black colorway is completed with a deep beige sole that blends into the leather upper at certain points. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Refined Footwear:** Targeting consumers who prefer a more luxurious and sophisticated look in their footwear, this trend presents opportunities for using premium materials and unique finishes to create high-end designs. - **Perforated Patterns:** Using laser cutting technology, this trend offers new possibilities for incorporating intricate, visually interesting patterns into footwear designs. - **Contrasting Soles:** By experimenting with different colored soles that offer a striking contrast with the upper, this trend creates opportunities to make footwear designs more visually engaging and impactful. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** This industry can leverage the refined footwear trend by developing new collections that incorporate premium materials and unique finishes to cater to high-end consumers. - **Luxury Fashion:** The perforated patterns trend can be applied to various luxury fashion items, such as bags and clothing, to add intricate and stylish designs that appeal to high-end and fashion-conscious consumers. - **Fashion Accessories:** The contrasting soles trend can be applied to other fashion accessories, such as belts and wallets, to create a unique and eye-catching look that sets them apart from the competition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boots-gtx.md) - [Inflated Collar Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puff-boot.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Premium Collaborative Glazed Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veneda-carter-3.md) - [Romantic Winter Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-street-6inch-platform-waterproof-boot.md) - [Textured Winter-Ready Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-3.md) - [Rugged Collaborative Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx.md) - [Reworked Heritage Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-x-timberland.md) - [High-Cut Waterproof Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffer-boot-1.md)