From their sporting origins, sneakers have risen to world domination. White sneakers, in particular, have become the go-to smart casual trend taking you from the office to the weekend BBQ. 2019 brings with it a multitude of different white sneaker options and, to make your selection choice easier, we have compiled a short list of our top three favourite designs trending right now.
The Luxury fashion brand Gucci is one of the top competitors of the classic white sneaker look with the creation of their ‘Gucci Ace Leather Sneaker’. Consumers admire the sneakers classic yet fashionable design, with the design proving to be both practical and versatile. The shoe itself is made of smooth white leather and is ornamented with embroidered patches, metallic details and meticulous emblems.
The shoe was designed by Italian company Gucci, founded by Guccio Gucci in Florence, Italy back in 1921. From its humble begins as a creator of quality leather goods to the recognised luxury brand, it is today, there is no doubt to the reasons behind the brand’s success in the sneaker industry. The ‘Gucci Ace Leather Sneaker’ is an individual yet timeless shoe. Setting you back $670 it is a definite contender upon the choice of your next luxury sneaker choice.
There is no other way to describe Brunello Cucinelli’s ‘Suede-trimmed Leather Sneakers’ than luxury embodied. The sneakers are a low cut sleek minimalist style, but they are smart enough to wear with a suit and pull the casual look off just as effortlessly.
Mr Brunello Cucinelli created the company in Italy during 1978. He captivated the market with his idea of dying cashmere, and since then the brand has moved into the creation of a range of men’s luxury clothing and footwear.
These specific sneakers are created with flexible white leather, accentuated with grey suede heel tabs. The rubber-crepe soles offer a soft yet sturdy surface for your feet, costing $1000 these sneakers ensure optimal comfort.
Last but not least of the luxury sneaker brands in our list Common Projects ‘Original Achilles’ sneakers have gained wide popularity thanks to their minimalist design and high quality. The ‘Original Achilles’ low-top sneakers offer a crisp city smart look.
The clean aesthetic shoe is constructed using high-quality Napa leather for both the upper lining and insole of the shoe, with a rubber white outer sole. Each shoe is also marked with a unique style code printed on the interior of the shoe in gold foil.
C.P. founders Flavio Girolami and Peter Poopat’s started the label back in 2004 with the vision to create the perfect sneaker. Costing $720 the sneaker carries all the hallmarks desired within an all-purpose sneaker and is a classic choice if you are looking for a sleek simple and high-quality sneaker.
Gucci, Brunello Cucinelli and Common Projects are all creating practical and stylish sneaker designs for the everyday man. The booming business of sneaker manufacturing will continue and new designs and styles will undoubtedly arise, for now, we can confirm these three designers are worth your pennies.