What are the best men's sneakers? That varies depending on the type of Sneakers you're after. Today's sneaker collection is vast and diverse, full of unusual cuts, and prone to perplexing degrees of scrutiny from vast numbers of sneaker enthusiasts who should know better.
The already massive sneaker collection is only growing. Today, it includes everything from leather designer high & low-tops to lace-ups, as well as the necessary training, running, soccer and basketball shoes. It can be just as difficult to know where to begin. So, as is customary, every season we do it for you.
Below is a brief rundown of every single sneaker style that deserves your attention right now, plucked from top designers and sold in stores today. Our critics may say otherwise, notwithstanding, the best sneakers for men are generally still among the best shoes available for men. So, all you sneaker enthused, gather here!
FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3
The FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3 men’s running shoes are built for marathon runners. The two-layer FuelCell midsole delivers impressive energy return along with innovative Energy Arc technology, and the bootie upper construction provides a locked-in fit and feel. Lightweight and breathable yet packed with technological efficiency, these shoes are made to help optimize your marathon performance.
X Converse Turbodrk Faux Shearling Hi-Top
Rick Owens DRKSHDW X Converse faux shearling hi-top sneakers feature: zebra print, designer plaque at oversized tongue and side, eyelet embellishments at side, designer plaque at Rubber midsole, rubber toe cap, striped detail at midsole, rubber sole, round toe with square border and lace front.
BMW M Motorsport LGND Assembly Sneakers
The BMW M Motorsport LGND Assembly Motorsport Sneakers features a streamlined silhouette, low profile, and bold BMW M Motorsport branding. It's ready for training on the track.
adidas Trae Men's Basketball
Drive to the rim in full force and make your defenders flinch with the adidas Trae Young 2. Inspired by the igniting game style of Trae Young, these shoes respond to bursts of speed and support your movements on the court. Features include: ultralight Lightstrike midsole provides cushioning and BOOST in the heel returns great energy during the game.
Camperlab Tossu Rubber Trainers - Brown
CAMPERLAB's nonconformist outlook sees these brown Tossu trainers constructed with a 3D-knitted water-repellent sock beneath a rubber cage, then set on a recycled rubber sole. ( Note* ,cream color is available,, VISIT WEBSITE).
Men's Qasa High-Top Sneakers - Orange
The Qasa high-top sneakers by adidas Y-3 feature contrast panels with suede trim. A round toe and rubber sole complete this lace-up style. Highlights include: textile/cotton/polyurethane upper, round toe, lace-up style with rubber sole.
Aphrodite 1994 Moncler Leave No Trace Trainers
Moncler Leave No Trace Trainers in Green and Brown. Decked out in an autumnal array of green, brown and orange, these sneakers take Moncler's technical prowess to the next level. Boasting leather, suede and honeycomb knit uppers for textural depth, they come with a rubber trekking inspired sole and subtle branded accents. FIND OUT MORE.
Nike X Off-White Air Terra Forma "Wheat" Sneakers
The Nike x Off-White Air Terra Forma has a chunky and bold design. In true Off-White style, this pair is made of light brown suede with a multi-colored marbling effect and is embellished with Helvetica text along the profiles. A chunky rubber sole with a visible Air unit completes the look.
Moncler Monte Knitted High-Top Trainers
With these black lace-up Monte trainers defined by an olive-green knitted upper atop a sturdy Vibram outsole, Moncler taps into the socked footwear trend.
Fresh Foam X Hierro v7
People love the idea of adventure in the wilderness, but there's more to nature than fresh air and beautiful scenery. Uneven plateau, silt, and moisture pose unique challenges to footwear, necessitating specialized design. The Fresh Foam X Hierro is a dedicated, off-road application of our best running shoe for those who take going off the beaten path literally. The Vibram Megagrip outsole of the Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 forms a protective shell of sturdiness and grip around the signature Fresh Foam X padding and a breathable, nimble upper.
Christian Louboutin Arpoador Suede Trainers
Christian Louboutin’s black suede Arpoador trainers were inspired by the designer’s love for Rio de Janeiro and named after a surf spot near Copacabana beach. Features include: color-black, suede composition, mesh panels, lace fastening and transparent rubber sole.
Loewe Sneakers With Logo
LOEWE Flow Runner lace-up sneakers in black, white, and suede with a panelled design, signature Anagram print, logo patch at the tongue, branded heel counter, front lace-up fastening, round toe, branded footbed, and gum-rubber sole.
Nike Air Vapormax Plus
The ’90s were a decade of Nikes finest, and this hybrid is the ideal throwback to an era of comfort and unique style. These shoes were designed to be both eye-catching and wearable for daily use. Feel the extreme comfort of the full-length Air unit — a Nike VaporMax special. With a foot-hugging compression-molded textile and foam upper, this shoe is a true throwback to the fantastic design of the 1998 running shoe. A variety of colors and patterns have ensured that there is a style to match any personal taste around.
Features:
• These sneakers are available in both choices of solid and graphic uppers, allowing for personal customization.
• The signature VaporMax Air technology makes these shoes lightweight while offering extreme cushioning and support.
• Unique shoe construction that fully secures your foot with a dynamic and snug fit.
• Rubber lugs on the outsole improve traction on a variety of surfaces.
Lanvin Flash X Low-Top Sneakers
The Flash X low-top sneakers from Lanvin showcase a panelled structure and mesh panelling. The brand's debossed emblem is simply added to the side of this pair as a finishing touch. Other highlights include color-beige, logo pull-tab at the heel, front lace-up fastening, round toe, flat rubber sole with branded insole.
Nike X Drake Hot Step Air Terra Nocta Sneakers
The Drake x Nike Hot Step Air Terra Nocta “Violet Hazy” is the monochromatic purple color way of the hip-hop star’s first official collaboration with Nike. Worn by the Canadian rapper during his 'Laugh Now, Cry Later' music video, the low-top pair appears here with small Swoosh logos on the side while 'NOCTA' branding is found on the tongue. Colors available are white and purple via Farfetch)
Highlights: violet haze purple, signature Swoosh logo detail, perforated detailing, round toe, front lace-up fastening and a rubber sole.
New Balance Casablanca Xc-72 Sneakers
Designed for style, engineered for performance and built for your active lifestyle. This item features: suede & vintage knit mesh upper, leather & suede overlays, perforated leather underlays with co-branded tongue. FIND OUT MORE.
Axel Arigato Pyro Runner Sneakers
This black iteration of Alex Arigato's Pyro Runners features a futuristic silhouette, perforations across the upper for increased breathability, and a moulded footbed and bio-based EVA sole.
Salomon ACS Pro Sneakers
Salomon’s ACS Pro sneakers reinvent a technical archival design, crafted with breathable and supportive construction for easy off-on and comfortable wear. Features include: synthetic upper, round toe, lace-up vamp, mesh lining, padded insole with rubber soles.
Jordan Men's Jumpman Two Trey
The Jordan Jumpman Two Trey celebrates MJ’s Chicago days. Sporting a genuine leather upper for durable support, and offering a premium and sleek look, these shoes let you walk in the footsteps of greatness. Other features include: padded collar with a fabric lining gives a snug feel, nike Air technology in the midsole helps absorb impact, ensuring a cushioned feel in every step, foam midsole offers added comfort and a rubber outsole with herringbone traction delivers excellent traction.
Givenchy BH0080 Tk-360 Plus Mid-Top Sneakers
Givenchy's TK-360 sneakers boast a rounded, mid-top silhouette. With contrast lines, these shoes feature a knit finish. Highlights: polyester/polyurethane upper and sole, round toe and slip-on style.
Gucci Run Gg logo Leather Trainer - Red Cream
Gucci's coral-red coat is part of the Year of the Rabbit capsule to commemorate the 2023 Lunar New Year. The GG logo on the Run trainers is stretched and printed using a water-transfer process.
XETIC Halflife Men's Sneakers
XETIC Halflife is fresh out of a time machine. We partnered with top engineers to bring you tech unseen in this lifetime—XETIC, a combination of structure and foam, delivers innovative, calculated cushioning in the heel. At the forefoot, you get lightweight PROFOAM LITE, a high-rebound EVA for a responsive ride. The outsole features a durable rubber for max traction while the upper shows off—a bold collar height and a corded lace-up serve looks and keep your step on lock. In XETIC Halflife, style is a science. FIND OUT MORE.
Under Armour Curry Flow Go TI
The Under Armour Curry Flow Go TI is built to help you make quick stops and starts on the court, these eco-conscious sneakers feature an upper made of recycled shoelaces. A half-bootie upper lining maximizes comfort and support and gives a secure fit. Featuring a TPE-blend sockliner with a low compression set that ensures energy return and durability, these shoes come with the UA Flow cushioning that provides the perfect bounce, grip, and a light feel on your feet. Put your best foot forward with the Under Armour Curry Flow Go TI.
New Balance Unisex Furon v7
Furon V7 Dispatch TF soccer cleats are ideal for players who prefer direct contact with the ground and ball. This cleat has a lightweight synthetic upper with a knit collar that provides comfort and stability, while the off-set lacing increases the strike zone. Maintain your focus on the artificial turf with the lightweight rubber lugged outsole, which provides traction and comfort to help you perform better on the field.
Saucony Jazz Original Trainers
Update your casual footwear collection with the Saucony Jazz Original Trainers, crafted with a shaped ankle collar and lace fastening for a secure fit, while the cushioned insole provides all day comfort. A tonal design across the upper and to the foam midsole give a stylish look, completed with the classic Saucony branding to the side. FINE OUT MORE.
Unicorn Panelled Neoprene Sneakers
The Balmain neoprene sneakers has sculpted sole measuring approximately 3 inches/ 80mm. With a rubber cage overlay, it possesses a designer plaque at cushioned tongue, tubing details, embossed designer plaque at rubber midsole, cut-out sculpted midsole, gripped rubber sole, almond toe. Other features include: lace-up front and delivered with a dust bag.
Dolce & Gabbana Wave Jersey Sneakers
The metaverse inspired this new collection, which creates multiple identities that can intermingle and coexist through its direct vision of the future and younger generations. These new Wave sneakers in fabric with Dolce & Gabbana logo branding have a chunky rubber sole that wraps around three soft pads.
Jordan Dub Zero
The Air Jordan Dub Zero stands out with its intricately detailed, laser-etched upper. Air-Sole units provide impact protection, while its hidden lacing system and foam-backed collar lock down a performance fit. Laser-etched details celebrate the history of the Air Jordan franchise. Visible Air-Sole unit in the heel for maximum impact protection. Solid rubber outsole with a herringbone pattern provides durable traction. External TPU heel piece enhances stability and support. Foam-backed collar lining provides comfort.
Rick Owens Megalaced Runner Sneakers
Crisscross lacing covers Rick Owens’ Megalaced Runner sneakers, designed with a leather upper and molded rubber sole. Highlights: leather upper, round toe, lace-up vamp, leather lining, padded insole and rubber sole.
adidas Fom Q
Very similar to Yeezys, adidas tells us to expect comfort that's out of this world. With each step you take in the adidas Fom Q, you create intrigue. These shoes add unmistakable style to your stride, thanks to their sculpted foam exoskeleton and chunky rubber outsole. The upper, made with Primegreen and at least 50% recycled content, demonstrates your concern for the environment and is just one of the brand's efforts to reduce plastic waste. No more half-measures; the adidas Fom Q goes all-in on style and comfort.
A secure fit is provided by the sock-like construction and laces. Adiplus drop-in provides cushioned comfort.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star CX High Top
Converse presents the premium Chuck 70 with durable 12oz vintage canvas in a new Earthy, Dark Moss green. The Chuck 70 mixes the best details from the ’70s-era Chuck with impeccable craftsmanship and premium materials. An elevated style icon, it features lightweight cushioning to keep you looking—and feeling—good all day. Crafted in a recycled poly-canvas for an elevated feel. This item features: premium cushioning provides all-day comfort and support, new converse colors to refresh your rotation with shiny, taller rubber sidewall and winged tongue stitching. FIND OUT MORE.
Amiri Skeleton Leather Low-Top Sneakers
Amiri's Skeleton low-top sneakers showcase bone-inspired appliqués and contrast paneling. Features include: leather upper, round toe, lace-up style and rubber sole.(Note*other colors are available, visit website)
Dolce & Gabbana Lace-Up Low-Top Sneakers
Intricate embroidery, stud detailing and logo lettering adorn these maximalist sneakers from Dolce & Gabbana, reflecting the brand's signature bold style. Special features include:
white/multicolour, embroidered design, logo print to the front, stud detail, logo patch at the tongue, embossed logo to the rear, round toe, front lace-up fastening and flat rubber sole.
Fresh Foam Roav
The Fresh Foam Roav keeps you comfortable on the go. Fresh Foam cushioning creates a soft underfoot feel, while the Ultra Heel provides a snug, locked-in fit. Highlights include:
Bootie upper construction hugs your foot for a snug, supportive fit. NDurance rubber outsole technology provides superior durability in high-wear areas to help get more out of the shoes.
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