# Office-Ready Athleisure Footwear The Johnston & Murphy XC4 Prentiss Plain Toe Shoe is Waterproof By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-11-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xc4-prentiss-plain-toe References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/11/15/johnston-and-murphy-prentiss-plain-toe-shoes/) & [johnstonmurphy](https://www.johnstonmurphy.com/mens-xc4-shoes?utm_source=GearPatrol&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=fall18) Comfort fashion has become far more acceptable since the rise of athleisure, which is seeing designers take liberties to create hybrid products like the Johnston & Murphy XC4 Prentiss Plain Toe shoe. One part [chic everyday shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear) and one part sneaker, the footwear has a [waterproof design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-mte-crosspath-xc-gtx-sneaker) that will keep your feet dry in inclement weather to prevent soggy socks upon arrival at the office. The [hybrid design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uneek-loafer-wk) features a half leather and half knit aesthetic that makes them suitable for wear in professional environments, while still being ideal for running to catch the train. The Johnston & Murphy XC4 Prentiss Plain Toe shoe comes in several color options to suit your style preferences and features a durable sole to ensure optimal support throughout the day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Comfort Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop athleisure-inspired footwear that combines comfort with professional style. - **Hybrid Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create versatile footwear that seamlessly blends different materials for aesthetic appeal and functionality. - **Waterproof Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design shoes that are both stylish and waterproof, suitable for various environments and weather conditions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a new line of athleisure-inspired footwear that blurs the line between casual and professional. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new manufacturing techniques to create hybrid footwear that offers both style and functionality. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expand product offerings to include waterproof footwear that can be worn in professional settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Trail-Ready Urbanite Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloud-6-geo-waterproof.md) - [Urban-Inspired Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-and-corridor.md) - [Waterproof Luxurious Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtip-gxb.md) - [Modern Sophisticated Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-oxford-collection.md) - [Halocline Waterproof Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe.md) - [Stylish Utility Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jasper-sneaker.md) - [Ultra-Cushioned Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiking-sneaker.md) - [Seamless Waterproof Knit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-knit-shoes.md) - [Functional Rainproof-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainproofstyle-sneakers.md)