I
n the world of premium
hiking offerings, we've
found three firms
that are doing things
differently:
Unhappy with the
fashion and athletic quotient of
women's outdoor apparel on the
market, Friends Tina ompson
and Madison Hilson co-founded
SENIQ in June 2024. eir
Trail System allows the
consumer to choose a baselayer,
second layer and bottom layer
– from tanks to shorts and
pants and jackets – to create
comprehensive looks that are
also functional in the elements.
Designer Livio Melo was
born in the countryside in the
Dominican Republic. Years aer
moving to New York City as
a child, he realized he missed
spending so much time outside
and took up hiking – and
craing his own gear. Together
with wife Jennifer, who grew
up in Sweden, the duo creates
purpose-built, ultralight bags
and packs.
In 2008, Lems' creator,
Andrew Rademacher decided
to dissect his favorite running
shoes, cutting out the extra,
unnecessary material. He
wanted a shoe that felt like
wearing nothing at all. Lems
shoes have a zero-to-4mm drop,
putting the heel closer to the
ground for a more upright body
posture.
HIKING, ELEVATED
Outdoor Brands Embrace a Modern Perspective with Stylish Designs and Novel Materials. By Suzanne Blecher
IN THE STUDIO/OUTDOOR
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SENIQ Dirtpop Trek Jacket.
