# Sky-High Street Sneakers The Puma Sky Hi +Shoe For Men is Street Smart & Retro-Inspired By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-05-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-sky-hi References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2011/05/19/puma-sky-hi-summer-2011/) & [shop.puma](http://shop.puma.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-Puma-US-Site/en_US/Default-Start?source=marketing) The new [Puma](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palermo-denim) Sky Hi+ sneaker of the company's Summer 2011 collection is inspired by the company's original release of the shoe back in the 80s. Boasting a [retro high-top design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-rogue-baseline-hi-top-tan) with an extra wide tongue and thick set of laces, the Puma Sky Hi+ shoe for men reminds me instantly of street-savvy skateboarders and stylish basketball players. Available in all black and baby blue, the shoe can be paired effortlessly with a variety of styles and colors of clothing this summer season. Featuring a rubber sole and adjustable [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-three2) patch at the top to loosen or tighten the fit, these shoes are equally as comfortable as they are stylish. The Puma Sky Hi+ is available for purchase online at the Puma website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-inspired Sneakers:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating modern versions of classic sneakers with a nostalgic twist. - **Street-savvy Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing clothing and accessories that cater to the style of skateboarders and basketball players. - **Comfortable and Stylish Shoes:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing footwear that combines fashion with comfort for everyday wear. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating new and unique retro-inspired clothing and accessories. - **Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry by designing sneakers that offer both style and comfort for sports and casual wear. - **E-commerce:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the e-commerce industry by improving online platforms for purchasing fashion items, including sneakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Denim-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palermo-denim.md) - [Retro Indoor Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-indoor.md) - [Country-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h-street-tf.md) - [Monochrome Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skope-black-leather.md) - [Dramatic Spiked Sporty Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro.md) - [Retro Pastel Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyhand-shoes.md) - [Motorsport Heritage Mid-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcat-mid-clyde-royal.md) - [Hyper-Futuristic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite.md) - [Sleek Leather Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-speedcat.md)