# Haute Metallic Kicks Givenchy's Spring/Summer 2010 Men's Sneakers are Out of This World By Rose Nazarali | Published 2010-01-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/givenchy-spring-summer-2010-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/01/06/givenchy-springsummer-2010-sneakers/) & [givenchy](http://www.givenchy.com/) [Givenchy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mask-fit-red-cushion) is pushing the envelope this Spring/Summer season with his men’s sneakers that look like they belong on spage-aged astronauts. Available in white, black and metallic gold, Givenchy’s Spring/Summer 2010 men’s sneakers come in a ultra high top and a low top version. According to [Highsnobiety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l003-2k24-sneaker), these sneakers have an open construction which makes them perfect for hot summer days. The low-tops are pretty run of the mill, but you would definitely have to be a very confident guy to pull off Givecnchy’s [gold metallic high-tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-gold-colorway). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Space-age Sneakers:** There is an opportunity for shoe manufacturers to create futuristic designs inspired by space-age aesthetics and materials. - **Open-construct Sneakers:** There is an opportunity for shoe manufacturers to create sneakers with open-construct designs that are more breathable and better suited for hot summer days. - **Metallic Sneakers:** There is an opportunity for shoe manufacturers to experiment with metallic finishes for their sneakers, as these have the potential to stand out from the crowd and offer an alternative to traditional colors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** This trend presents opportunities for fashion and apparel companies to create space-inspired designs, use materials more suited for hot weather, and experiment with metallic finishes. - **Athletic Footwear:** This trend presents opportunities for athletic footwear companies to create sneakers that are more breathable and comfortable, with designs that stand out from competitors. - **Accessories and Jewelry:** This trend presents opportunities for accessory and jewelry companies to create space-inspired designs that complement these futuristic sneakers, offering consumers a complete look and a unique style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-mercury.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Super-Flat Luxurious Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinters.md) - [Black Metallic Summer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-premium-1.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-1.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Metallic Red-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-121.md) - [Metallic Joint-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-12.md)