# Soft Zippered Sherpa Boots South2 West8 Launched a Set of Footwear for the Colder Seasons By Amy Duong | Published 2019-10-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherpa-boot References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/10/south2-west8-suicoke-nepenthes-winter-sherpa-boots-fk882b-fk882a-fk883a-fk883b-release) & [nepenthes.shop-pro.jp](https://nepenthes.shop-pro.jp/?pid=136692326) Japanese footwear brand South2 West8 returns in collaboration with [Suicoke](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-fw24-footwear-collection) with a selection of sherpa boots in preparation for the arrival of the colder temperatures. The duo showcase a color palette of neutral black and brown options. The [Sherpa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherpa-dog-jacket) Boot features a long zipper at the back as the enclosure with a [thick sheepskin lining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vamp-boots) at the interior for ultimate warmth. As a touch of branding, there are patch logos that nod to South2 West8 at the inner side of the collar area. There are also muted seams found through the body of the footwear, delivering clean lines across the heel counter, center toe box, and the sides. The second boot features a small belt that adjusts the tightness of the upper collar area. Image Credit: Nepenthes ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 7% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sherpa Boots:** Opportunity to disrupt the footwear industry by offering innovative designs and materials for winter wear. - **Color Palette:** Opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by introducing new and unique color options for winter footwear. - **Zipper Enclosure:** Opportunity to disrupt the fastening industry by creating innovative zipper designs for footwear. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to capitalize on the demand for winter-specific shoes and boots. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate neutral black and brown color options into their winter collections. - **Fastening:** Opportunity for fastening companies to develop new and improved zipper designs for various applications in different industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Relaxed Winter Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-fw24-footwear-collection.md) - [Puffy Technical Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-furoshiki.md) - [Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-and-story-mfg.md) - [Oversized Faux Shearling Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apc-x-subu-slippers.md) - [Heavy-Duty Cozy Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-wip-and-subu.md) - [Comfortable Fall Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-and-sea-x-subu.md) - [Cozy Collaborative Cushioned Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffy-mule.md) - [Cozy Collaborative Faux-Fur Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belt-sandal.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot.md)