# Surf Shoe-Inspired Spikey Footwear The PUMA Mostro Gets a New Vibrant Textural Update By Amy Duong | Published 2024-03-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-mostro References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/puma-mostro-tokyo/)  The [PUMA Mostro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro) is a captivating footwear silhouette and its latest update is bold in design, placing it in the spotlight once again. The shoe is detailed with a spiked sole unit and has velcro straps over the forefoot to keep the wearer's foot in place. It also arrives in playful colorways of bright pink and blue this time around. The origins of the shoe stem from the Italian word 'monster' with its [otherworldly look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alien-safari). The inspiration is drawn from past eras, nodding to the '60s when it comes to the [sprinting spikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite) and referencing the '80s with its surf shoe-like structure. Branding is done in the classic form stripe on the side of the shoe in a matching tonal finish for a subtle look. Image Credit: Puma, Mostro ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Spike-covered Footwear:** Innovative footwear designs incorporating spiked soles for a bold and edgy aesthetic appeal. - **Retro-inspired Silhouettes:** Reviving fashion elements from past eras, creating nostalgia-infused and stylish footwear options. - **Colorful Velcro Straps:** Utilizing vibrant colors and velcro closures on footwear, adding a playful and functional twist to designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Footwear:** Exploring new textures and designs like spiked soles to push the boundaries of footwear innovation. - **Athletic Apparel:** Drawing inspiration from sprinting spikes and surf shoe structures for unique and performance-enhancing athletic footwear. - **Textile and Fashion Design:** Incorporating velcro straps in bright colors as functional elements in fashion, merging usability with visual impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatic Spiked Sporty Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro.md) - [Sleek Spike-Paneling Sneaker Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-pack.md) - [Spikey Base Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-mostro-1.md) - [Monochromatic Slim Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-sneaker-1.md) - [Prickly Monochromatic Sleek Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-3d-1.md) - [Reissued Millennium Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-mostro-sneakers.md) - [Revived Collaborative Textural Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-sneaker.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Rapper-Collab Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-3d.md) - [Futuristic Street Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-cage.md)