# High-Top Hybrid Kicks The Rick Owens Sneaker Boot for FW 2011 Takes on the Elements in Style By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-07-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-sneaker-boot References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/07/rick-owens-2011-fallwinter-sneaker-boot/) & [oki-ni](http://www.oki-ni.com/footwear/rick-owens-sneaker-boot/invt/ro1031blk/) The new Rick Owens Sneaker Boot embodies all the typical style and work of the legendary menswear designer. The Rick Owens Sneaker Boot differs from the classic high-top shoe with its [chunky, heavy design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/y3-kyasu-overboot). The exterior is covered in [black, worn leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot) and showcases a hefty, white sole. Noteworthy features of this uniquely crafted shoe is the zipper placed on the inside of the sneaker, zipping all the way down from the heel to the sole. This shoe is shown here with white laces, but black laces are included with each pair of these kicks. The Rick Owens Sneaker Boot is definitely one [hybrid shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot) to look out for this fall season. **Implications** - A simple way for businesses to appeal to large numbers of consumers is by combining a variety of popular designs. Consumers will be instantly drawn to a product that boasts a wide array of desirable characteristics that complement their tastes. By breaking the mold of tradition, businesses can benefit in significant ways amongst today's consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Hybrid Design:** Businesses can explore combining popular design elements to create unique and appealing products that cater to a wider audience. - **Chunky Aesthetic:** Opportunities lie in creating heavy and substantial designs that deviate from traditional shoe styles, attracting consumers with a bold and eye-catching aesthetic. - **Functional Details:** Incorporating functional features, such as zippers or unique closures, into products can enhance their appeal and create compelling selling points for businesses. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Apparel:** The fashion industry can explore hybrid design concepts, chunky aesthetics, and functional details to create innovative and trendy clothing and footwear options. - **Footwear:** Footwear manufacturers can embrace hybrid design and chunky aesthetics to produce standout shoe collections that appeal to fashion-forward consumers seeking unique footwear options. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of hybrid design, chunky aesthetics, and functional details by curating and selling products that cater to consumers' desire for unique and stylish offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Avant-Garde Dramatic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-dmxl-megalace.md) - [Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chukka-sneaker-boot.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot.md) - [Relaxed Hybrid Design Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot.md) - [Spring-Ready Intricately Laced Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megalaced-mule.md)