# Eternal Footwear Oak Street Bootmakers' Navy Vibram Sole Trail Boots Will Last a Lifetime By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2011-04-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-street-bootmakers References: [theworldsbestever](http://www.theworldsbestever.com/2011/04/21/oak-street-bootmakers-navy-vibram-sole-trail-oxford/) & [oakstreetbootmakers](http://oakstreetbootmakers.com/) Oak Street Bootmakers is an American company that makes beautiful handcrafted shoes. Its latest footwear includes the stylish and durable Navy Vibram Sole Trail Oxfords. Each pair makes use of replaceable outsoles that ensure a lifetime of wear. Who doesn’t like long-lasting fashion? The company recruits shoemakers with no less than 20 years of experience, so sturdy shoes are a guarantee. Each pair is crafted with only the finest [Horween](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-mile-boot-1) [Chromexcel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-mt-ridgee) leather, which undergoes an intense process of heat and steam pressure to produce soft, supple and durable material. The company standards of production are set high with the aim to create well-crafted, thoughtfully designed shoes. The Navy Vibram Sole Trail boots can be bought online for $236. This really is a small price to pay for such a [durable pair of stylish footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/derby-hiker). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Durable Footwear:** The trend of durable footwear offers opportunities for companies to innovate in materials and design, creating long-lasting and high-quality shoes. - **Craftsmanship:** The trend of craftsmanship in the footwear industry presents opportunities for skilled artisans to create handmade shoes with exceptional quality and attention to detail. - **Replaceable Outsoles:** The trend of replaceable outsoles allows for sustainable footwear solutions, providing customers with the option to extend the lifespan of their shoes and reduce waste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The footwear manufacturing industry can leverage the trend of durable and sustainable footwear to develop innovative manufacturing processes and materials. - **Artisanal Shoe Brands:** The trend of craftsmanship in the footwear industry provides opportunities for artisanal shoe brands to showcase their unique designs and attract customers who value quality and craftsmanship. - **Online Retail:** The trend of durable footwear offers opportunities for online retailers to tap into a growing market of consumers seeking long-lasting and high-quality shoes that can be conveniently purchased online. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upgraded Vintage Timeless Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-mile-boot-1.md) - [Timeless Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeless-boot-designs.md) - [Ultra-Durable Urban Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skywalk-vtx-boots.md) - [Dynamic Glowing Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jungle-esc.md) - [Bio-Circular Trail Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norda-001a.md) - [High-Top Moccasin-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huckberry-x-easymoc-scout-boot.md) - [Fire-Resistant Hiker Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-x-danner-light-ii.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot.md) - [Indestructible Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/005-model.md)