HOKA’s Clifton UTL Steps Into Lifestyle Territory

HOKA is pushing the Clifton UTL further into lifestyle territory, bringing the comfort of the Clifton line into a more structured, street-ready silhouette built for everyday wear.

The model pairs HOKA’s familiar cushioned sole with a layered exoskeleton-style upper, giving it a more technical look than the standard Clifton while keeping the soft underfoot feel the line is known for. The result is a shoe designed to work beyond running, with enough support for all-day wear and a shape that fits more naturally into casual rotations.

The Clifton UTL is available across a wide range of colorways, from clean neutral options to darker black, olive and navy looks, along with brighter combinations that add contrast through the midsole and upper.

The silhouette also recently made its New York Fashion Week debut as the exclusive footwear partner for Advisry’s Spring/Summer 2027 “America, Still” runway show. Alongside standard colorways, designer Keith Herron created custom versions using deadstock fabrics from his studio specifically for the presentation.

That runway moment helped underline where HOKA is taking the Clifton UTL: less of a traditional performance runner and more of a lifestyle shoe that still carries the cushioning and comfort associated with the brand.

The HOKA Clifton UTL is available now through HOKA in its standard colorways for $155.

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