Just as the spike in popularity of athleisure footwear has allowed us to jaunt around town feeling like an Olympian, the new class of haute hikers brings a sense of readiness to take on the wild elements.
The NPD Group pins the unisex style as a silhouette to watch heading into Fall ’16. Look for hyrbrid hikers with fashion elements like wedge heels, textile panels and moto-inspired hardware, or sporty styles with sneaker bottoms or laces.
