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# Anniversary-Celebrating Sporty Sneakers
Salomon Launch Triple-Red XT-6 in a '10 Years' Colorway

By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-03-23 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anniversarycelebrating-sporty-sneaker
References: [sneakerfreaker](https://www.sneakerfreaker.com/releases/salomon-xt-6-fiery-red-release-date)

Salomon is celebrating its 10th anniversary by releasing an anniversary-celebrating sporty sneaker of its [XT-6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-tokyo) in a triple red '10 Years' colorway. The XT-6 is one of Salomon's popular sneaker models that was first launched in 2013 and built to withstand the extreme conditions of ultramarathons in the mountains.

The XT-6's original designer Benjamin Grenet crafted the triple red sneaker with the "10 Years" wording. The sneaker is covered in an all-red color scheme. The sneaker has synthetic overlays and mudguards with a synthetic mesh base. The midsole has a pebbled ACS Muscle foam for comfort. Additional features include a Quicklace fit system and Contagrip sole. A sizable [Salomon Lab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-sneaker-2) tag on the lateral heel lists the sneakers with the text "prototype" and its individual unit number. The sneaker only has 804 units made, and each pair comes with a special box, drawstring bag, and socks. The sneaker will be available on March 28.

Image Credit: Salomon

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.9/10
- Popularity: 66% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 15%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Limited-edition Sneakers:** Creating limited edition sneakers with special features and unique design elements to build hype and increase brand loyalty.
- **Celebration-based Marketing:** Utilizing anniversaries and other milestones as an opportunity to release exclusive products and promote brand image.
- **Athleisure Fashion:** Designing sporty sneakers that blend both style and function to appeal to consumers seeking multi-purpose footwear.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Sporting Goods:** Sporting goods companies can take advantage of anniversary-celebratory marketing tactics to generate excitement and boost sales with limited edition products.
- **Fashion:** Fashion brands can expand their offerings to cater to the rise in popularity of athleisure and create new designs that combine style and performance.
- **Marketing:** Marketing agencies can work with companies to create unique and attention-grabbing campaigns centered around milestones such as anniversaries and special collections.

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