# Buckled Desert Boots The Quoddy 2011 Spring/Summer Collection By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-06-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quoddy-2011-spring-summer References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2010/06/quoddy-2011-springsummer-collection-preview/) & [quoddy](http://www.quoddy.com/) The Quoddy 2011 Spring/Summer collection is here and it is taking its place as one of the hottest collections to look out for. The Maine-made shoes are made out of [premium leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show) and come in a [variety of styles and colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society). Plus the truly awesome part about them is that they are all handmade, so when you purchase a pair of the Quoddy Spring/Summer collection, you are also supporting the workers and not just the brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Handmade Products:** The trend of handmade products is on the rise as consumers want to support local workers and businesses. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Consumers are demanding fashion that is not only stylish but also sustainable, using eco-friendly materials and production methods. - **Premium Leather Goods:** A trend towards luxury leather goods that are timeless and durable, rather than trendy and disposable. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of this trend by creating sustainably produced, handmade clothing and accessories. - **Retail:** Retailers can tap into the trend of premium, handcrafted goods by curating collections that showcase local artisans and creators. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can capitalize on the trend towards quality, artisanal items by investing in skilled workers and high-quality materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beige-Toned Resin-Coated Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-desert-trek.md) - [Timeless Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buck-mason-x-sanders.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md) - [High-Top Moccasin-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huckberry-x-easymoc-scout-boot.md) - [Iconic Irish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-irish-footwear.md) - [Woven Sandal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-sandals.md) - [Dynamic Neutral-Toned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanuk-1.md) - [Classic Summer-Ready Boatshoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-bateau.md) - [Pre-Washed Leather Classic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show.md)