For their second collaboration, Salomon and Carhartt WIP revisit the rugged X-ALP, a fusion of outdoor performance and workwear heritage. Two absolute references in their respective fields, the brands share core values of functionality, durability, and an uncompromising commitment to performance.

A Fusion of Values and Heritage

This collaboration is a dialogue between two worlds brought together by authenticity and durability.

• Salomon: Technical Performance
  Born in the Alps, Salomon is synonymous with innovation and outdoor performance. Its products are engineered to withstand the most demanding environments, backed by a level of technical expertise that sets the standard.

• Carhartt WIP: Reinventing Workwear Heritage
  Carhartt Work In Progress (WIP) has successfully adapted American workwear archetypes for a contemporary audience, connecting with skate culture, music, and subcultures. Over the past 30 years, the brand has become a streetwear icon, recognized for its functional, hard-wearing designs.

The objective of this collaboration is clear: to reinforce these shared values and deepen the connection with a community that values craftsmanship, durability, and exploration—whether in the city or in the outdoors.

A Silhouette Built to Last: X-ALP Carhartt WIP

At the heart of the collaboration is the X-ALP Carhartt WIP, a sneaker that embodies the fusion of functionality and style.

• A Rugged, Detail-Oriented Design
  The silhouette is built to meet the demands of any environment. It features panels of grained leather and durable suede, enhanced by Carhartt WIP’s signature camouflage. The shoe retains its key technical attributes, including a protective toe cap and a lateral power band for added support.

• Authentic Protection
  True to its roots, the shoe is designed for real-world durability and grip. It incorporates a resistant ripstop fabric, a Contagrip® outsole for optimal traction, and SensiFit™ technology for a precise, secure fit.

• An Enigmatic Campaign
  The launch campaign, directed by Bailey Marklew, immerses the viewer in a mysterious science-fiction atmosphere. Set in a remote outpost plagued by anomalies, it follows a team of researchers confronted with an enigmatic presence—reinforcing the technical and exploratory dimension of the shoe.

The X-ALP Carhartt WIP will be available worldwide on December 18 via both brands’ websites, in their retail stores, and through a selection of partner retailers.

This second collaboration between Salomon and Carhartt WIP speaks directly to urban explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike—audiences seeking authentic, well-designed products with a story to tell.

For retailers, it represents an opportunity to offer a product that embodies the best of both worlds: Salomon’s technical credibility and Carhartt WIP’s cultural authority.
Get in touch with the team to strengthen your assortment and connect with a customer base driven by authenticity and performance.