# Convenient Winter Kicks Rick Owens' Zip Leather Boots Zip Up for Easy Access By Michael Hines | Published 2011-01-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zip-leather-boots References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2011/01/08/rick-owens-zip-leather-boots/) & [luisaviaroma](http://www.luisaviaroma.com/) With winter in full swing, a [good pair of boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens) is now essential rather than optional. Rick Owens’ new Zip leather Boots are perfect for people who want the comfort and durability of boots, but can’t be bothered to put them on. In addition to being convenient the Rick Owens’ Zip Leather Boots are also incredibly stylish. Zippers have recently started to find their way onto shoes and I for one am all for it. [Easy to wear winter wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-garments-x-tarvas) is a win in my book. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Zipper-enhanced Footwear:** The use of zippers on shoes offers convenience and practicality for consumers. - **Convenience-driven Winter Wear:** Winter clothing and footwear that prioritize ease of use and comfort. - **Stylish Winter Boots:** The combination of fashion-forward design with the functionality of winter boots. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can leverage zippers in footwear to create innovative designs that prioritize convenience. - **Outdoor Gear:** Brands in the outdoor gear industry can explore incorporating zippers into winter boots to enhance ease of use for consumers. - **Retail:** Retailers can tap into the demand for stylish and convenient winter boots by offering a curated selection to their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Winter-Ready Minimal Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/axel-arigato-2.md) - [Edgy Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfe-bambi-boot.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Luxury Sneaker-Like Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-snow-boot.md) - [Winter-Ready Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterized-running-shoes.md) - [Functional Relaxed Winter Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-fw24-footwear-collection.md) - [Modular Snow-Ready Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hf-boot-collection.md)