# Illusory Sneakers Pierre Hardy's Perspective Cubes Feature a Freaky 3D Pattern By Nika Kubiak | Published 2009-04-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-sneakers-pierre-hardys-perspective-cubes-gives-an-illusion-of-movement References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/452534324214895665/Blue-Velvet-Cube-High-Top-Sneakers-by-Pierre-Hardy) & [pierrehardy](http://www.pierrehardy.com/) If you are looking for a [pair of sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-one9) to make a statement this summer, look no further then Pierre Hardy’s Perspective Cubes. These shoes feature [black-and-white checkered cube uppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubism-sq) with gold detailing. The design gives a sweet 3D illusion, so when you get bored, just stare at the pattern to experience its hypnotic powers and endless possibilities for fun. These limited-edition Perspective Cube sneakers will be on sale in June at DSM London, Corso Como in Milan and Barneys in NYC. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Illusionary Footwear:** Continued exploration of 3D patterns and design in footwear for a unique customer experience. - **Limited Edition Fashion:** Limited edition fashion and collaboration opportunities between luxury retailers and artists/designers. - **Hypnotic Design:** Development of designs that offer a hypnotic effect on customers and engage their senses. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunities for luxury retailers to partner with designers and artists to create unique products. - **Footwear:** Emphasis on design and innovation in the footwear industry for enhanced customer experience. - **Art and Design:** Exploring the intersection between art and design in creating unique products with a hypnagogic effect. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Boldly Patterned Colorful Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salomon-sr811-platform.md) - [Bold Sculptural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spunge-osmosis.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Fashion-Forward Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coperni-x-puma.md) - [Square Toe Minimal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubism-sq.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md) - [Dazzling Crystal-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-swarovski-chuck-70-de-luxe-squared.md)