# Warm Winter-Ready Sneakers The Winter Converse Addition Fuses Warmth with Contemporary Style By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-converse References: [converse](https://www.converse.ca/chuck-taylor-all-star-street-warmer-ripple-boot-562423c.html) & [converse](https://www.converse.ca/chuck-taylor-all-star-street-warmer-ripple-boot-ho18.html#id:562422C) As the seasons change and we move toward more frigid temperatures, it is time to put the breathable summery shoes away and bring out the warm, durable ones — this winter [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1) edition is a good start. The 'Chuck Taylor All Star Street Warmer Ripple Boot' retails for $120 CAD, proving to be an affordable choice for the colder months. Moreover, the silhouette maintains that signature Converse aesthetic that has become iconic in the world of [contemporary streetwear fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot). The winter Converse boasts a little bit of extra height and faux fur that promotes an overall warmer feeling. The brand makes its rugged silhouette available in two monochromatic colorways — black and white, allowing the winter Converse models to be relatively easy to style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Winter-ready Footwear:** The opportunity to create winter footwear that combines both warmth and style. - **Faux Fur Accents:** The opportunity to incorporate faux fur into clothing and accessories for added warmth and texture. - **Monochromatic Colorways:** The opportunity to offer clothing and accessories in simple, versatile colorways. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Innovations in winter footwear that keep feet warm and dry without sacrificing fashion. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Incorporating faux fur accents and monochromatic colorways into clothing and accessories for added versatility and warmth. - **Outdoor and Sporting Goods:** Developing winter-ready gear for outdoor activities that prioritize both functionality and style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1.md) - [Breathable Waterproof High Tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-star-ox.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [Winter-Ready Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterized-running-shoes.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Festive Bold Court Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shai-001-winter-red.md) - [Stealthy All-Black Collaborative Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma-boot.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Futuristic Collaborative Boot Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma.md)