# Collaborative Rain Boot Collections Hunter and Extra Butter Teamed Up on the New PLAY Boots By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-11-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-boots References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2022/11/extra-butter-hunter-limited-edition-footwear-collaboration-release-info-where-to-buy) & [extrabutterny](https://extrabutterny.com/products/extra-butter-x-hunter-play-short-print-boot-gaiter-glove-set) The heritage footwear label Hunter has just teamed p with the New York-based retailer [Extra Butter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cascadia-18) to launch a collection of limited edition [PLAY Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-body-works-shapeable-soap). Some activities – like gardening or fishing – can get quite messy without the proper footwear. However, the new PLAY Boots solve those concerns with a water-repellent recycled nylon shell that protects against the elements. The removable shell also features a cozy purple fleece lining on the inside to keep the wearer's legs nice and toast, while the outside of the nylon shell features a cargo pocket for quick storage. While the boots are perfect for plenty of everyday activities, [Hunter and](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenzo-and-hunter) Extra Butter are promoting the new footwear with a moody campaign that plays on the idea of true crime documentaries and small town mysteries. Image Credit: Hunter, [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2022/11/extra-butter-hunter-limited-edition-footwear-collaboration-release-info-where-to-buy), [extrabutterny](https://extrabutterny.com/products/extra-butter-x-hunter-play-short-print-boot-gaiter-glove-set) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaborative Fashion Collections:** Businesses can form partnerships to create limited edition clothing items that cater to niche markets. - **Sustainable Footwear:** Companies can explore the use of recycled materials to create more eco-friendly footwear options. - **Functional Fashion:** Designers can incorporate pockets and other functional features into clothing items to increase their practicality and appeal to consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Collaborations are a growing trend within the fashion industry, offering businesses the opportunity to co-create and introduce unique product lines. - **Footwear:** With the trend towards sustainable products, footwear companies have the opportunity to innovate by utilizing eco-friendly materials in their products. - **Outdoor and Recreational Gear:** By incorporating functional features like pockets and water-repellent materials into clothing and accessories, outdoor and recreational gear companies can offer more practical and versatile products to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Fall-Ready Boot Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenzo-and-hunter.md) - [Functional Rainproof-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainproofstyle-sneakers.md) - [Limited Collaborative Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiddenny-x-ugg.md) - [Technical Collaborative Cover Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coverboot.md) - [Winter Boot Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas-x-moon-boot.md) - [Functional Outdoor Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salehe-bembury-and-crocs.md) - [Weatherized Collaborative Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/euro-hiker-model.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot.md) - [Sporty Winter Boot Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-boot.md)