# Parasol High Heels Umbrella Shoes Are the Ultimate Protection in Keeping Your Toes Dry By Summer Luu | Published 2010-10-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-shoes References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/fashion/umbrella_shoes_are_perfect_for_fall.php) & [fashionvictim101.wordpress](http://fashionvictim101.wordpress.com/2009/06/24/lets-get-some-shoes/umbrella-shoes/) No matter how big the umbrella, my feet still get wet under a torrential downfall. These Umbrella Shoes are a unique solution to this ongoing problem. Found on the Fashion Victim 101 blog site by [Georgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-board-set), this fashionista displays a photo of pumps fully covered from the rain. Each heel gets its own [mini umbrella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standpoint) to avoid any droplets touching these little puppies. Although they may not be in style, the Umbrella Shoes are an alternative to clunky [rain boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-1460-rain-boots). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Umbrella Shoes:** Opportunity to disrupt the footwear industry by offering stylish and functional shoes with built-in mini umbrellas for rain protection. - **Fashion Innovation:** Opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by introducing unique and unconventional accessories like umbrella heels. - **Weather-proof Fashion:** Opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by designing and producing waterproof and weather-resistant clothing and footwear. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to incorporate umbrella features into their products, providing customers with all-weather protection and style. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to explore unconventional and weather-resistant fashion accessories, such as umbrella shoes, to appeal to adventurous and fashion-forward consumers. - **Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity for outdoor gear companies to expand their product offerings by incorporating umbrella technologies into shoes and other accessories, providing enhanced protection against the elements during outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Functional Rainproof-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainproofstyle-sneakers.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Halocline Waterproof Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Livery Resort-Inspired Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trina-turk.md) - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md) - [Waterproof Luxurious Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtip-gxb.md)