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Heat Map-Themed Sneakers

Salomon Details the XT-4 Sneaker with a Tie-Dye Patterning Palette

— October 13, 2021 — Fashion
Salmon introduces the newest tonal iteration of the XT-4 Advanced sneaker model. This time around, it is inspired by the visual of a heat map and the tie-dye look of the map. The colorway blends together hues of Evening Blue, Lavender, and Nimbus Cloud.

The upper is made from a resistant TPU film and mesh material held together with a special carbon fiber weave that has the TPU overlay on top. It is then detailed with the heat map visual in red, blue, yellow, green, purple, orange, and more in a randomized pattern. The tongue is made with black mesh material and the forefoot features the brand's signature rope laces to hold it all together and add adjustability.

Image Credit: Dover Street Market London
Trend Themes
1. Heat Map-inspired Fashion - There is an opportunity to explore fashion designs inspired by heat maps such as the XT-4 sneakers patterned with a tie-dye palette.
2. Carbon Fiber Weave for Sneakers - The use of carbon fiber weave in sneakers as seen in the XT-4 is a trend to watch for its durability and strength.
3. Randomized Coloring Patterns - Designing fashion with randomized color patterns similar to the XT-4's heat map-inspired design can be a trend for fashion enthusiasts.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can explore the use of carbon fiber weaves and innovative coloring patterns like the XT-4's for disruptive designs and exceptional durability.
2. Athletic Apparel - The use of carbon fiber weaves for athletic apparel can offer apparel manufacturers a lightweight, durable, and breathable option for consumers.
3. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can utilize heat map data visualization as an inspiration for future designs and patterns as seen in the XT-4's Tie-Dye palette.
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