# Technical Trail Leather Shoes Salomon Presents a Pair of X-Alp Sneakers for Outdoor Adventures By Amy Duong | Published 2024-03-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/salomon-x-alp-leather-sneaker/) & [maplestore.au](https://maplestore.com.au/products/x-alp-ltr-pewter-vinkha-black)  [Salomon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-sneaker) introduces a new iteration of the iconic [X-Alp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1) running sneaker model that takes on a premium construction that blends [soft suede and nubuck materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-sneaker-1) across the upper. The shoes come in two leather colorway options a tonal beige option for a muted touch. The second colorway is made from mixed materials throughout the upper blending suede with rubber and mesh panels throughout. The sneaker leans towards more of a work silhouette with technicalities that meet classic trail shoe factors. The X-lp also comes in a high boot silhouette with a more durable angle or a more lifestyle option in a low-top silhouette crafted from leather. This is priced at $185 and meets the standards of trail purposes and urban spaces. Image Credit: Maplestore ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Premium Leather Materials:** Exploring the blend of soft suede and nubuck for a luxury appeal in footwear. - **Mixed-material Construction:** Innovating by combining suede, rubber, and mesh for enhanced durability and style. - **Versatile Silhouette Options:** Offering high boot and low-top choices for diverse consumer preferences and activities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Opportunities to elevate footwear design aesthetics and functionality with premium material combinations. - **Fashion Retail:** Incorporating mixed materials in clothing items to create unique and durable fashion pieces. - **Outdoor Gear Production:** Exploring versatile silhouette options for outdoor apparel to cater to different adventure needs and urban styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beige Suede Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-sneaker.md) - [Premium Leather Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expanse-leather.md) - [Hybrid Outdoor Shoe Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpinway-advanced.md) - [Earth-Toned Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1.md) - [Trail-Ready Suede Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede.md) - [Tonal Performance Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salomon-xa-pro-3d-la-yaute.md) - [Snow Boot-Inspired Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-sneaker-2.md) - [Utility-Driven Collaboration Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-wip-x-salomon-xalp.md) - [Earthy Tonal Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-amphib.md)