The Vibram Cross Grip Cover Sole delivers refined traction, durability, and style. Lightweight and elegant, it’s ideal for minimalist shoes and half rubber/leather dress heels.
Vibram Cross Grip Cover Sole
$100.00
Description
The Vibram Cross Grip Protective Cover Sole combines Italian innovation with everyday durability. It shields leather soles from wear, moisture and impact while adding traction, longevity and refined protection. At Baxter and Black, we rely on the Vibram Cross Grip Cover Sole for its balance of style and strength. It preserves the elegance of luxury footwear while ensuring lasting performance. This is quiet confidence with every step.
This is our choice for a more minimalist look. The cross-hatch pattern gives a subtle finish that complements the clean lines of a well-made shoe. It pairs beautifully with half rubber dress heels such as those found on Crockett and Jones, Loake, Church’s, Carmina and Edward Green. For classic designs, it offers invisible protection. For modern pieces, it adds structure and precision.
The Vibram Cross Grip Cover Sole also suits avant-garde footwear that values both texture and function. It works seamlessly with brands like Ann Demeulemeester, Guidi, Marsèll, Maison Margiela, Rick Owens, The Last Conspiracy and Trippen. The pattern complements bold silhouettes and unconventional materials while grounding the design with practical grip and refined detail.
Crafted from Vibram’s renowned rubber compound, this cover sole provides dependable traction on wet, slick or uneven surfaces. Its cross-hatch texture enhances stability while maintaining a sophisticated, understated aesthetic. The material is light, flexible and abrasion resistant, ensuring resilience through daily city wear. It guards against rain, gravel and friction without changing the shoe’s original form. Designed for movement between the workshop, the street and the office, it combines comfort with endurance.
At Baxter and Black, we fit every Vibram Cross Grip Cover Sole by hand. Our cobblers trim, bond and finish each sole to the shoe’s exact shape. The edge blends seamlessly into the leather, creating a natural transition that feels smooth underfoot. The result is discreet strength… durable, elegant and unmistakably refined.
At a Glance
- Sleeker alternative to the Vibram Explosion sole
- Crosshatch tread for discreet traction
- Lightweight yet durable Italian rubber compound
- Ideal for minimalist or half rubber/leather dress shoes
- Matching heel available for cohesive restoration
Our Method
- We mark out where the cover sole will go, lined up behind the sole bend and logo
- We delicately slice a very thin line of leather
- The area outside of the line is gently sanded, enough to ensure the glue adheres
- We glue the sole and cover sole separately, let dry, then stick together
- Once dry, we hand trim the edges
- Finally, we hand paint or wax the edges to match.
