Sports brand Salomon and outdoor brand and wander founded by designers Keita Ikeuchi and Mihoko Mori released a new iteration of Salomon‘s XT-SLATE sneaker. Designers Keita Ikeuchi and Mihoko Mori are former ISSEY MIYAKE designers and founded the Tokyo-based brand and wander. This also marks the second time they have collaborated, which the first collaboration was back in 2019.
The and wander x Salomon XT-SLATE has a white colorway look and features embossed waffle uppers that display a mountainous rocky trail. The sneakers have a quick lace system and utilize Salomon’s original "CONTAGRIP" technology on the sole, which allows durability for different types of terrains for outdoor activities. Both brands have their labels on the tongue of the sneakers. The sneakers are currently available and are priced at approximately $396.
Outdoor Terrain White Sneakers
and wander and Salomon Collaborate Again for XT-Slate Sneakers
Trend Themes
1. Outdoor Adventure Clothing - The collaboration between Salomon and and wander may lead to more collaborations between outdoor clothing and equipment companies to produce fashionable outdoor clothing and shoes to capture more profits in the fashion industry.
2. Sustainable Outdoor Footwear - Incorporating sustainable materials, eco-friendly production methods, and recyclable materials in future iterations of Salomon‘s XT-SLATE sneaker may create a niche market of environmentally-conscious customers.
3. Quick Lacing Technology - The quick lace system utilized by the and wander x Salomon XT-SLATE may inspire other companies to develop similar or improved methods to make putting on shoes more efficient for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Sports and Recreation - Companies in the outdoor sports and recreation industry, such as hiking and camping equipment and apparel companies, may benefit from incorporating trendy and fashionable designs in their products.
2. Fashion and Apparel - More collaborations between outdoor companies and fashion designers may lead to increased market share and generate new profit streams for businesses in the fashion and apparel industry.
3. Sustainable Manufacturing - The use of sustainable materials, eco-friendly production methods, and recyclable materials in outdoor clothing and footwear may create new possibilities for businesses in the sustainable manufacturing industry.