# Warped Leather Sneakers The Sick 'Twisted Leather Hi-Tops' by Alexander McQueen for Puma By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-02-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-leather-hi-tops References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2011/02/21/alexander-mcqueen-for-puma-twisted-leather-high-top) & [brownsfashion](http://www.brownsfashion.com/pages/product/product.asp?prodid=029S52570006&ctgry1=menswhatsnew&cookie_test=1) These 'Twisted Leather Hi-Tops' by Alexander McQueen for [Puma](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-sneaker-1) are not your average pair of sneakers. The elephant-gray [leather shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2) feature an intriguing design that definitely adds a distinct and fresh appearance to the iconic brand. What makes the 'Twisted Leather Hi-Tops' so unique is the slits on the sides of the shoe that allow for the yellow lining to shine through. These gray kicks are definitely a ferocious pair of shoes to look out for. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Unconventional Sneaker Design:** Innovative sneaker designs that break away from traditional looks can give brands a fresh and unique appeal. - **Layered Leather Material:** Mixing and layering different types of leather can give shoe designers a new medium to create bold and dynamic designs that stand out in the market. - **Translucent Shoe Details:** Translucent materials used in shoe design can create a unique and intriguing look that can give brands a fresh and unique appeal. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can incorporate innovative leather layering techniques and translucent materials to create fresh and unique footwear designs. - **Footwear:** Shoe designers can explore new ways of layering leather to create dynamic designs and incorporate translucent materials for unique details and branding opportunities. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can collaborate with high-end fashion designers to create fresh and unique sneaker designs that stand out both on and off the field. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Futuristic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warped-runner.md) - [Monochromatic Slim Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-sneaker-1.md) - [Sleek Leather Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-speedcat.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md) - [Monochrome Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skope-black-leather.md) - [Textural Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Purposefully Imperfect Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanghyuk.md) - [Spikey Base Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-mostro-1.md)