# Weatherproof Technical Boots Y-3 Launches the New Y-3 NOTOMA Boot With Protective Details By Amy Duong | Published 2020-09-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notoma References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/9/y-3-notoma-boot-black-khaki-release-details) & [adidas](http://adidas.com/y-3) [Y-3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoso-boost) introduces its latest footwear silhouette to join its Fall/Winter 2020 season in the form of the NOTOMA Boot model detailed with technical elements throughout. It is constructed to honor adventure and exploration of the outdoors that is further reinforced by the [weatherproof makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-weatherized-collection). The model boasts protection throughout the entire silhouette and held together with a sturdy lace enclosure. Additional elements include the rubber outsole for traction and an EVA midsole foundation for support. To keep wearers warm through their adventures, the boot is made using the signature [PrimaLoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyone-tokyo-fallwinter-2025) insulated fabrication. It arrives in two colorway options, both of which are a nod to an earthy palette of either Night Gray or Khaki detailed with orange accents. Image Credit: Y-3 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Weatherproof Technical Boots:** Opportunity for innovation in creating durable, weather-resistant boots with technical elements for outdoor adventurers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Chance to disrupt the footwear industry by offering weatherproof boots with protective details. - **Outdoor Gear:** Potential to revolutionize the outdoor gear industry by introducing technical boots with weatherproof features. - **Fashion:** Opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by merging style with functionality in weatherproof footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherproof Utility Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daystorm-horizon.md) - [Neutral Rugged Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-niobium-concept-3.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Winter Boot Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas-x-moon-boot.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Collaboration Modular Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niobium-concept-3.md) - [Weather Ready Outdoor Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digi-camo-1.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot.md)