The new MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon collaboration combines trailwear and kawaii

MM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon have unveiled the latest chapter of their collaboration, the XT-MARY J, a sneaker that disrupts the aesthetic codes of performance shoes to push beyond the limits of technical footwear. The drop fits into MM6's FW24 collection as a provocation, merging functionality and fashion into a sneaker made for both the runway and trekking. With the addition of a subtle velcro strap, both minimal and irreverent, the XT-MARY J reinterprets Salomon's classic XT-4 through a kawaii lens. Drawing inspiration from the timeless design of Mary Janes, the sneaker becomes a cult object for those who enjoy playing with the boundaries of style and blending aesthetics from different worlds. The upper gently opens up to the toes, allowing for lightness and breaking away from the notion of a purely performance shoe—a design that becomes even more eccentric in its "vivid" version. With a palette mixing bold colors like shocking pink, acid yellow, aqua green, and terracotta orange, MM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon have created the perfect cocktail of functionality and creativity that captivates the fans of both brands.

Paying homage to the sporting culture championed by Salomon, the XT-MARY J embodies the perfect fusion of fashion and performance. Through a hybrid design, featuring a functional essence but with a look that transcends the world of sports, the sneaker is also available in a minimalist version—the all-black variant—inspired by Margiela's DNA. Toned-down hues like asphalt gray and soft clay alternate across the sneaker’s unique design, highlighting the shoe’s various textures and finishes. Launched as a genderless item, both versions of the new MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon collaboration are a tribute to all lovers of functionality and stylistic refinement.

The XT-MARY J MM6 Maison Margiela will be available starting October 17th on the official e-commerce sites of MM6 and Salomon, as well as in their respective boutiques and selected multibrand stores.