# Sleek Fall Runner Boots Raf SImons' New RUNNER Boots Arrive for the FW20 Season By Amy Duong | Published 2020-08-11 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runner-boot References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/8/raf-simons-runner-boot-drop-info) & [matchesfashion](https://www.matchesfashion.com/products/Raf-Simons-Notched-heel-zipped-leather-boots-1368872) Raf SImons unveils a pair of the RUNNER boots for the Fall/Winter 2020 collection, which was showcased on the runway that was influenced by HBO's Watchmen. The design also references inspirations from the show due to the [futuristic design elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-air-zoom-gaiadome-goretex-digi-camo) that capture a sci-fi aesthetic of space-age during the 60s. The influences are showcased on the boots through the entirety of the design. It is a [sleek silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaride-s2) that is reminiscent of a [Chelsea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chelsea-sneaker-boot) boot with additions subtle accents at the heel base, showcasing a sleek logo. It is also similar to a David Bowie design language and during the show, a piano cover of the song 'Life on Mars?" played to close it all out. Image Credit: MATCHESFASHION ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Futuristic Footwear:** Opportunity for shoe designers to incorporate futuristic design elements to create unique and innovative footwear - **Tv-inspired Fashion:** Incorporating elements from popular TV shows into fashion design for a trendy and relevant aesthetic - **Retro-futuristic Fashion:** Combining vintage design elements with modern sci-fi aesthetics to create a unique fashion statement ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can leverage TV shows and sci-fi influences for their next collection - **Shoe Manufacturing:** Shoe manufacturers can incorporate futuristic design elements to create unique footwear - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising agencies could focus on the trend of incorporating TV shows and futuristic design into fashion advertising and branding ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Dramatic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-dmxl-megalace.md) - [Spring-Ready Premium Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-red-wing.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Chunky Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-runner.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Mohair-Laced Luxe Ski Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-boot-1.md) - [Winter Boot Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas-x-moon-boot.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Sculptural Futuristic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warped-runner.md)