The Monster’s Loose: PUMA Unleash More Mostro Mayhem
After making a monster comeback in 2024, the is sinking its spikes even deeper into the sneaker scene this year. Originally unleashed in the lead-up to the new millennium, the Mostro (Italian for ‘monster’) was a Frankenstein-esque fusion of sleek 1960s sprint spikes and sun-baked surf shoes from the 1980s. It quickly earned cult status, worn by genre-shapeshifters like Björk and Madonna. Now, 25 years later, the beast has roused from its slumber – this time thanks to a bandwagon of Big Cat collaborators including , and the prettiest rapper on the planet, .
The Mostro Mutates Again: Aries Turns Up the Fight Night Fury
The PUMA Mostro world tour rolls on with cult London favourite Aries – this time injecting the silhouette with a fighting spirit inspired by the raw energy of mixed martial arts. If the Mostro’s spiked soles and old-school straps weren’t already enough to yank your neck, Aries just raised the stakes with their latest link-up: the Mostro Craft Aries.
For their sophomore Mostro collaboration, Aries remixes the usual mesh or leather build with suede, giving the silhouette an even richer, more tactile finish. The first pair comes dressed in a deep brown suede, lit up with electric blue and candy pink hits. The second lands in a sandy beige and tan mix, jolted with volt orange and grassy green accents for extra shock factor. But the standout feature? The serrated Formstripe slicing across the uppers – like the Mostro just survived a run-in with the Big Cat.
Beyond the sneakers, Aries' full PUMA capsule taps into MMA’s brazen visual language with neo-tribal motifs, plush towel materials, and stonewashed finishes – a raw, athletic energy perfectly captured in the campaign starring professional Muay Thai fighter Anna 'Supergirl' Jaroonsak, shot by legendary photographer Norbert Schoerner.
Want to get your paws on the PUMA Craft Aries? Track down it down on May 3 – and keep this page bookmarked as we update it with fresh Mostro drops, imagery, and retailer links all season long.
Mostro: Uncaged
Thankfully, there’s a veritable crypt-worth of Mostros to turn your blood cold. This month, the Mostro OG returns in a duo of freaky-fresh colourways, ‘Posie Pink’ and ‘Gold Moon’. With its signature hook-and-loop strap, aggressive spiked sole unit and aerodynamic curves, these two remind us exactly how the monster made its mark back in 1999. For those looking to add some supersonic shimmer to their rotation, the Mostro Metallic delivers a high-gloss twist on the classic, featuring a bold metallic Formstrip and silver details that catch the light from every angle.
We’ve also got the fashion-focused Mostro Fey PRM, a premium evolution that nods to the classic Mary Jane silhouette. Dressed in sleek tones and plush finishes, it’s a more refined interpretation of the Mostro’s untamed DNA. Whether you’re rediscovering the Mostro or meeting the monster for the very first time, the Big Cat’s 90s beast is set for a wild 2025. Strap in – the Mostro’s comeback has only just begun.
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