# Asian Food-Inspired Footwear The Dim Sum Project by Hypebeast and PUMA is Delectable By Meghan Young | Published 2013-05-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dim-sum-project References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2013/5/hypebeast-x-puma-the-dim-sum-project-blaze-of-glory-og-ltwt-full-look) & [puma](http://www.puma.com/) Over the years, sneakers have been inspired by quite a few things, but the Dim Sum Project boasts one of the more interesting influences to date. To be modeled after food is one thing, but dim sum is something else entirely. As soon as a person takes into account the huge Asian influence in fashion these days, however, the Dim Sum Project doesn't seem so surprising anymore. A collaborative effort between [Hypebeast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-clarkson) and [PUMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hajime-sorayama-2), the Dim Sum Project is specifically modeled after best-sellers Har Gao (shrimp dumplings) and Siu Mai (pork dumplings). While the “Siu Mai” Blaze of Glory OG is made for a simpler palette, those looking for something more unique will appreciate the semi-transparent “Har Gao” Blaze of Glory LTWT. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Food-inspired Footwear:** The trend of creating sneakers inspired by food opens up opportunities for innovative collaborations between fashion and culinary brands. - **Asian Fashion Influence:** The growing influence of Asian fashion presents a disruptive opportunity for brands to incorporate Asian-inspired designs and aesthetics into their products. - **Collaborative Sneaker Projects:** The rise of collaborative sneaker projects, like the Dim Sum Project by Hypebeast and PUMA, creates opportunities for brands to co-create unique and limited-edition footwear. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of food-inspired footwear by incorporating culinary elements into their designs and collaborating with culinary brands. - **Culinary:** The culinary industry has an opportunity to explore collaborations with fashion brands to create edible and wearable experiences that blur the boundaries between food and fashion. - **Sneaker:** The sneaker industry can leverage the trend of collaborative projects and food-inspired designs to create unique and limited-edition sneakers that cater to diverse consumer tastes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dessert-Inspired Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetness-of-kin.md) - [Snack-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lays-x-saucony.md) - [Shimmery New Year-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hajime-sorayama-2.md) - [Sushi-Themed Sneaker Silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menulog.md) - [Collaborative Donut-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-x-adidas.md) - [Diner Culture Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sticky-kicks.md) - [Food-Themed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-x-nike-air-force-1.md) - [Comfort Food Casual Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-junkies-x-adidas.md) - [TV Show-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-game-palermo.md)