Aries continues to work together with Salomon as the two unveil a new variation of the Snowclogs. It is not at all a clog as the simple slip-on is defined by its sole unit foundation. It is adorned with a spiky tooth base which was brought back from the archives earlier this year.
This unveils the outdoorsy silhouette in a new angle and the trail clog has become a full trail sneaker secured with laces on top. The founder of Aries, Sofia Prantera shares with Highsnobiety, "To start with it wasn't easy, the Snowclog has a much softer and lighter construction than the shoes Salomon has become synonymous with. There was a certain amount of risk involved in working on something so new and dramatically different."
Trail Clog-Transformed Sneakers
Aries and Salomon Join Forces on a New Snowclog Model
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Footwear Design - Blending traditional clogs with trail sneakers offers a fresh take on functional outdoor footwear.
2. Archival Aesthetics Revival - Reintroducing vintage elements, like the spiky tooth base from previous designs, revitalizes modern shoe collections.
3. Collaborative Innovation - Cross-brand collaborations, such as Aries and Salomon, drive the creation of unique and groundbreaking footwear styles.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Footwear - Innovative hybrid designs meet the rising consumer demand for versatile, trail-ready yet stylish footwear options.
2. Fashion Design - The intersection of high-fashion aesthetics with practical design elements highlights a growing niche in the fashion industry.
3. Sportswear - Collaborations between sportswear brands and high-fashion designers push the boundaries of performance-oriented clothing.