# Futuristic Sporty Sandals The PUMA x McQ Tech Runner Sandal is a High Fashion Design By Meghan Young | Published 2016-04-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-x-mcq-tech-runner-sandal References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/4/puma-mcq-tech-runner-sandal) & [kithnyc](https://www.kithnyc.com/collections/puma/products/puma-x-mcq-tech-runner-sandal-white-blue) Not everyone will be able to wear the [PUMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite) x McQ Tech Runner Sandal and not everyone will even be able to appreciate it, but it's undeniable that those who do lay their eyes on the design will talk about. The [futuristic silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-one9) of the footwear makes it stand out from the crowd in ways that people will either love or hate. Part of the sport brand's spring and summer 2016 collection, the PUMA x McQ Tech Runner Sandal was designed just for looks. People will be able to run in this [unique footwear design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sandal). The ankle collar sports mesh material for the right amount of breathability and comfort even as it makes it visually striking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 88% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic Footwear:** Design high-tech shoes that look like they belong in a science fiction movie. - **Hybrid Sportswear:** Combine traditional sports gear with high-end fashion to create a new category of clothing. - **Elevated Breathability:** Incorporate mesh materials into footwear and athletic gear for both functionality and style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Experiment with new materials and designs for high fashion footwear. - **Sportswear:** Create a new line of hybrid sportswear by combining traditional athletic gear with high-end fashion. - **Athletic Footwear:** Innovate in the athletic footwear industry by incorporating bold design elements with equally strong functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hyper-Futuristic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite.md) - [Performance-Inspired Designer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-x-puma.md) - [Futuristic Street Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-cage.md) - [Fashion-Forward Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coperni-x-puma.md) - [Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-mercury.md) - [Roped Collaborative Hybrid Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retropy-sandals.md) - [Futuristic Performance Sneaker Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mach-x-caged.md) - [Coquette Hybrid Sneaker Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-360-viii-2.md) - [Dramatic Spiked Sporty Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro.md)