# 2000s-Inspired Sneaker Collections Salomon Released Two New Colorways for the XT-QUEST 2 ADVANCED By Colin Smith | Published 2022-03-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt-quest-2-advanced References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/3/salomon-xt-quest-2-advanced-black-ebony-frost-gray-vanilla-ice-rainy-day-release-info) & [salomon](https://www.salomon.com/fr-fr/shop-emea/product/xt-quest-2-advanced-lg9294.html#color=68397) [Salomon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xt4-og) has revived its popular silhouette from the early 2000s, the 'XT-QUEST 2 ADVANCED.' These colorways are 'Black/Ebony/Frost Gray' and 'Vanilla Ice/Rainy Day.' The XT-QUEST 2 ADVANCED is a unisex shoe with a design that focuses on comfort, breathability, and stability. The shoe has a comfortable, foot-accommodating cushion, a wide grip, and a [reinforced toe vamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr10k-x-salomon-quest-low-2-sneakers) for safety and comfort. The upper of the shoe has a two-toned design with the upper, tongue, eyestay, and midsole each boasting two colors. The Salomon logo is visible on the upper, tongue, and insole of each shoe, while the brand's name is written on the midsole. Both colorways for this sneaker are available exclusively at Salomon's and [The Broken Arm's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-sneaker) online stores in a wide range of sizes. Image Credit: Salomon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **2000s-inspired Sneaker Collections:** Salomon is tapping into the nostalgia trend by bringing back a popular silhouette from the early 2000s. - **Unisex Footwear Trend:** The XT-QUEST 2 ADVANCED is a unisex sneaker, showing the growing trend towards gender-neutral fashion. - **Focus on Comfort and Safety:** The shoe's design highlights the trend for fashion brands to prioritize comfort and safety in footwear. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel Industry:** Salomon's release of the XT-QUEST 2 ADVANCED is an opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate nostalgia trends in their footwear offerings. - **Sportswear Industry:** The XT-QUEST 2 ADVANCED's focus on comfort and stability presents innovation opportunities for the sportswear industry. - **Retail Industry:** With the exclusivity of the new colorways at specific online stores, it presents a trend for more retailers to partner with exclusive partners to attract certain consumer demographics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Iridescent Trail Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xt4-og.md) - [Metallic Technical Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtquest.md) - [Snow Boot-Inspired Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-sneaker-2.md) - [Dynamically Bright Technical Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtwhisper.md) - [Sleek Unisex Technical Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glacial-grey.md) - [Spring-Ready Tonal Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acs-og.md) - [Understated Off-Grid Footwear Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salomon-xt6-gtx.md) - [Hybrid Outdoor Shoe Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpinway-advanced.md) - [Earthy Tonal Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-amphib.md)