# Wilderness-Approved Footwear Visvim’s Virgil Boots Crepe-Folk are Lovely for Strenuous Adven By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-09-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgil-boots-crepefolk References: [visvim](http://www.visvim.tv/) & [2000musicradio](http://2000musicradio.com/wordpress/) Durability is the main focus for the Virgil Boots Crepe-Folk by [Visvim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visvim-all-tote). Ideal for a soothing walk through a leaf-strewn forest or a breathtaking hike on rocky terrain, the [cowhide footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/derby-hiker) includes a cork interior that cushions your feet with each step. The Virgil Boots Crepe-Folk is hand-sewn and hand-painted with varnish, so every pair will display its own personal style. The cowhide is dyed using a natural vegetable tanning process and the [vibram outsole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx) of the shoes are able to be replaced, therefore creating an economically green footprint. Though these boots may seem like they would entrap your feet in a sweaty foot-filled sauna, they are made to allow air to conventionally circulate. Therefore, they are very breathable and a solid choice for long evening walks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Durable Footwear:** Opportunity for innovative materials and production methods that prioritize durability. - **Customizable Style:** Potential for personalized footwear designs through hand-sewn and hand-painted techniques. - **Sustainable Footwear:** Demand for eco-friendly shoes that are made with natural materials and replaceable parts. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Retail:** Potential for retailers to offer durable and sustainable footwear options for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate customizable features into their footwear offerings. - **Shoe Manufacturing:** Potential for manufacturers to adopt sustainable production processes and materials in footwear production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Glowing Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jungle-esc.md) - [Ultra-Durable Urban Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skywalk-vtx-boots.md) - [Biomimicry Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-jungle-esc.md) - [Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-projects-hiking-boots.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Fire-Resistant Hiker Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-x-danner-light-ii.md) - [Off-Road Barefoot Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-tracker-textile-at-ii.md) - [Earthy Toned Waterproof Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/targhee-iv.md) - [Rugged Collaborative Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx.md)