# Moccasin-Inspired Hiking Boots Clarks Original Turns its 'Wallabee' Shoe Into a Hiking Boot By Francesca Mercurio | Published 2021-07-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallabee-shoe References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/7/clarks-originals-wallabee-hiker-black-release-info) & [clarkscanada](https://www.clarkscanada.com/) [Clarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walla-eden-lo) Original has taken its all-new 'Wallabee' shoe and has turned this popular silhouette into a hiking shoe. The new 'Wallabee Hiker' will launch with the brand's Fall/Winter 2021 collection. This hiker shoe appears like the classic 'Wallabee' mocassin-style shoe; however, it features more robust mechanics. The 'Hiker' is designed to provide ultimate protection and comfort for the avid outdoorsy individual. The shoe comes with a TPU welt and a [Vibram rubber sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallabee-gtx-sp) - designed to protect the foot and withstand rocky terrain. It also comes with an enhanced outdoor-proof metal D rings to ensure the foot is well-secured. In addition, the shoe is made with a [leather lining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-wallabee-boot) and a sock insert, making it ideal for colder weather. The 'Wallabee Hiker' comes in an all-black color and features the brand's classic hang tags. Image Credit: Clarks Original ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 10% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Moccasin-inspired Hiking Boots:** Combining classic style with outdoor functionality creates new innovation opportunities in the footwear industry - **Enhanced Outdoor-proof Hardware:** Technology advancements in hardware for outdoor footwear can increase protection and comfort for wearers - **Winter-ready Hiker Shoes:** Designing hiker shoes with winter-ready features creates a new market for outdoor enthusiasts ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** Clarks Original demonstrates innovation opportunities by combining fashion and function in their footwear designs - **Outdoor Gear:** The 'Wallabee Hiker' provides an example for outdoor gear companies to incorporate fashion-inspired designs into their products - **Winter Sports:** Adding winter-ready features to hiker shoes can disrupt the winter sports industry by providing more versatile footwear options ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Moccasin Sneaker Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walla-eden-lo.md) - [Remixed Buckled Moccasin Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallabee-tbar.md) - [Moccasin-Style Suede Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-1.md) - [Reimagined Suede Classic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincible-x-clarks.md) - [Weatherized Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallabee-gtx-sp.md) - [Textured Casual Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirddy-x-clarks.md) - [Collaborative Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-wallabee-boot.md) - [Waved Graphic Moccasin Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yinyang-collection.md) - [Versatile Collaborative Stealthy Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-and-clark.md)