Salomon XT-4 OG Drops Pearl Blue Colorway August 21
Salomon expands the XT-4 OG lineup with a restrained three-tone colorway that leans into understated earth tones. The Pearl Blue/Grisaille/Vanilla Ice iteration arrives August 21 with the brand's signature trail-derived tech intact, priced at ¥30,800 JPY (approximately $194 USD).
By Ava Rodriguez
Design Details
The XT-4 OG's latest iteration trades visual aggression for compositional balance. The colorway marriage of pearl blue, grisaille gray, and vanilla cream reads as deliberately muted—a palette that signals restraint without sacrificing visual depth. This chromatic restraint plays well against Salomon's technical upper construction.
The mesh upper employs a tight weave engineered specifically to repel debris, keeping dirt from lodging between foot and footbed during off-pavement traversal. This isn't decorative engineering; it's foundational to the shoe's utility DNA. SensiFit technology wraps the foot from midsole through the lacing collar, creating a pressure-mapped fit that adjusts to individual foot geometry without conscious adjustment.
The Quicklace system—Salomon's minimalist single-pull closure—continues the functional aesthetic. No traditional laces means faster entry and exit, a practical feature that's become signature to the brand's outdoor-influenced design language.
Cushioning and Traction
Underfoot, Salomon's Agile Chassis System (ACS) handles the load distribution across the full length of the shoe, blending cushioning with lateral stability. This system grounds the XT-4 OG in trail-running heritage while making the silhouette wearable on pavement. The Contragrip outsole delivers dependable traction across surfaces, while speckled midsole detailing—a subtle texture play in the sole—prevents the underfoot profile from reading as monolithic.
Context and the XT-4 OG Expansion
The XT-4 OG's resurgence as a lifestyle sneaker has been methodical. Salomon's decision to populate the silhouette with considered colorways rather than bombarding the market speaks to a brand prioritizing curation. This Pearl Blue/Grisaille/Vanilla Ice drop continues that trajectory—a palette that works as readily in metropolitan contexts as it does on alpine trails.
The silhouette itself carries authentic design lineage. Originally engineered for mountain running, the XT-4 OG retains that DNA while finding new audience in sneaker culture. Each new colorway release signals fresh momentum without diluting the model's original purpose.
FAQs
When does the Salomon XT-4 OG Pearl Blue release? The [Salomon XT-4 OG](/news/salomon-xt-4-og-race-flag-pack-release) in Pearl Blue/Grisaille/Vanilla Ice drops August 21 via Salomon's official channels.
How much does the Salomon XT-4 OG cost? Retail is set at ¥30,800 JPY, approximately $194 USD at current conversion rates.
Where can I buy the Salomon XT-4 OG Pearl Blue colorway? The shoe releases directly through Salomon's retail platform.
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Release Info
Product: Salomon XT-4 OG "Pearl Blue/Grisaille/Vanilla Ice"
SKU: L45473600
Release Date: August 21
Retail Price: ¥30,800 JPY (approx. $194 USD)
Availability: Salomon official retail
