# Utilitarian Urban Exploration Boots The Nike x UNDERCOVER React Boot Provides Stylish Support By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-11-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/react-boot References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/nike-x-undercover-react-boot/) & [news.nike](https://news.nike.com/news/nike-x-undercover-react-boot-and-am720-official-images) The Nike x UNDERCOVER React Boot is a premium footwear style for urbanites who are looking for a way to stay prepared for inclement weather when exploring cityscapes. The futuristic footwear style provides a fashionable aesthetic that will also completely encapsulate the foot and ankle in components to keep it further protected. The complex sneaker features a zipped closure and an outsole with a varied texture that will provide adaptive grip on a number of surfaces to ensure wearers feel as surefooted as possible. The Nike x UNDERCOVER React Boot responds to the increased demand for relaxed winter footwear styles as more consumers look to maintain optimized comfort and seek out sneaker-like options. The boots will be available for purchase starting on November 30. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Relaxed Winter Footwear:** The demand for relaxed winter footwear styles is increasing, presenting an opportunity to develop comfortable and stylish options. - **Fashionable Urban Exploration:** Urbanites are looking for fashionable footwear options that provide support and protection for inclement weather during city exploration, paving the way for innovative designs. - **Sneaker-like Boots:** There is a growing market for boots that combine the style of sneakers with the functionality of protective footwear, creating a space for disruptive innovation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion/apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry has the opportunity to develop relaxed winter footwear styles that blend fashion and function. - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can explore fashionable options for urban exploration that offer support and protection against inclement weather. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can tap into the growing demand for sneaker-like boots that provide comfort, style, and versatility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Urbanite Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-c1ty-surplus.md) - [Chic Cyberpunk Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-air-zoom-gaiadome-goretex-digi-camo.md) - [Co-Branded Adventure Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glenclyffe-boots.md) - [City-to-Summit Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-cygnal-boot.md) - [Weatherproof Utility Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daystorm-horizon.md) - [Winter-Ready Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterized-running-shoes.md) - [Urban Utility Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-boot.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Neutral Rugged Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-niobium-concept-3.md)