The 22 Best Designer Sneakers For Men to Shop in 2023

• Material - 100% calfskin leather
• Sizes - 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46
• Style - Low Top Running

Givenchy—The house of fashion. Givenchy’s foray into the sneaker game isn’t surprising as many of the world’s top luxury brands have changed their mind on making sneakers with its rise with popular culture and entertainment. While Givenchy offers different selections of sneakers depending on your preferences, the ‘Low Runners’ remain among the most popular. The overall design of the shoe is similar to Adidas’ NMD R1 (which has been a classic since the 1980s), and in addition to the ‘luxury specs,’ the shoes are quite comfy. 

The ‘Low Runners’ boasts white perforated leather with a side zipper, and a white Givenchy branded zipper pull.

• Material - Oblique Canvas
• Sizes - 35 - 51
• Style - Lace-up closure with back tab

By now you have probably seen these plastered around the internet/social media as just about everybody who is ‘anybody’ have been spotted at some point rocking these. High Tops remain a go-to shoe with just about any brand as they are easily pairable with a large variety of outfits, while still being cutting edge. The B-23’s pride themselves on their white and black Dior Oblique motif and transparent paneling. The contrasting details and patchwork adds to the unique features of the shoe, and are an instant eye catcher with street cred to match.

• Material - Leather upper with rubber sole
• Sizes - 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 (and European equivalents)
• Style - Low Top

Common Projects has a vast catalogue of sneakers to choose from on various retail websites such as Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. The latter seems to have the most diverse collection when it comes to Common Project sneakers, so we’ll go with them when it comes to this article as there are plenty of options available for both men and women.

You really can’t go wrong with any Common Projects sneaker, and you could go with ‘traditional’ colorways such as off-white and denim, or if you are feeling on the bolder side, then you could opt for the ‘Achilles Neon Yellow’ low tops offered on the website. The ‘Achilles Low’ are another classic, and if you were to only have one Common Projects shoe for the entirety of your life, these would be our recommendation.

• Material - White Leather
• Sizes - 5 - 15.5
• Style - Lace-up closure

Any designer sneakers list has to include Gucci, and since for some reason it seems like the 1980s and early 2000s (which pulled a lot of its trends from the 80s) is slowly making its way back, we’ve decided to include the ‘Platforms’ as platform shoes as a whole were a staple of both eras. In all honesty, there is no other way to describe these sneakers other than the term ‘Gucci.’

The ‘Webs' are an all-white chunky shoe with Gucci Web and classic branding. You have to give Gucci credit where it's due as the brand was creating sneakers as early as the 1970s, during a time where other luxury brands didn’t consider sneakers a priority (and certainly not couture).

• Material - Suede Leather
• Sizes - IT 39 and 40 (different styles and sizes available at other locations)
• Style - Round Toe Low Top

Fear of God has boasted collaborations with Nike and Converse, and have their own set shoes that are both timeless and classy. There is no denying the impact Fear of God has had on the luxury sneaker community, and if you are looking to add your collection, then look no further than the Beige Suede's. A low top perforated suede sneaker with leather lining, this is a canvas shoe that is suitable for work and casual/semi casual events.

If the taupe colorway isn’t appealing, Fear of God does have other colors available (though you may have to scour the internet) to select from, and of course, if you looking for a more ‘athletic’ shoe, then you could check out their collabs (Nike has quite few that can be purchased via the resell market).

• Material - Fabric / Rubber
• Sizes - 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45
• Style - Laced Shoe

Prada does a good job at combining high-end and sporty, and the brand has plenty of styles available at your disposal including their Soft Rubber and Bike Fabric Sneaker. Known for their inter-galactic imprints, Prada currently has over 100 (yes 100) sneakers ranging from low tops to basketball style sneakers, and loads of color models that are similar to different Nike variations such as Air Jordans and Dunks.

• Material - Leather
• Sizes - 24-38
• Style - Low Top

Speaking of sneakers that capture that intergalactic vibe, the Dolce and Gabbana ‘Portofino Light’ is one of the brand’s most distinct sneakers to date. While labeled as a low top, the ‘super king’ element transforms these into something of a performance shoe. The 'Portofinos' feature a sports style embellished with 70s-inspired details along with vibrant colors and branded details

• Material - Cotton and rubber sole
• Sizes - 39 IT, 40 IT, 41 IT
• Style - Front lace-up fastening

Straight from the fingertips of the great Virgil Abloh, Off White sneakers automatically give you a street but couture look that you can rock on any runway or sidewalk. Similar to the other brands listed, the sneaker collection is limitless, and whichever one you choose is really dependent on what you are feeling fashion wise at the moment. While Off White has their traditional sneaker model in terms of style, their designs aren’t super trendy, (there aren’t really a lot of sneakers that look like Off-Whites) so rest assured that you will definitely stand out when wearing them.

• Material - Plastic
• Sizes - US 7 - 15
• Style - Low Trainers

Now you could get the Louis Vuitton low top sneakers with their standard design (or even some of their other trainers), but this blue iteration of trainers just stands out. It literally looks like the shoes were grabbed from the ice blocks of the Arctic Ocean, and in our opinion, they are the most dynamic in the Louis Vuitton sneaker collection. If you are going to spend $1,000 on luxury shoes, why use it on a regular design that you could get in a much cheaper alternative? Why not step outside of the box and go bold? Again just our opinion, but Louis Vuitton does have plenty of other cool sneakers that are definitely worth a glance as well.

• Material - Lambskin Leather
• Sizes - 39 - 47 IT
• Style - Low Top

Since their debut in 1998, Maison Margiela has established themselves as one of the world’s luxury leaders, and the ‘Black Replicas’ are a pair that any fan of the brand should consider owning. Similar to Gucci, Maison Margiela was also one of the first luxury companies to really put an emphasis on sneakers, and this specific silhouette is inspired by their custom 1970s designs. Made from Italian leather and suede fabrics, the sneakers are clean cut and durable, with the ability to last you for years if taken care of properly. In addition to the black colorway, Maison Margiela also has brown, white, and grey variations that are very much worth the investment.

• Material - Suede / Rubber
• Sizes - 40 IT, 41 IT
• Style - Chunky Low Top

Never underestimate the importance of simplicity. While the ‘Grey Suedes’ don’t have the super colorful designs as some of the shoes on this list, these still standout with their all-leather fabric, lace-up closures, and velcro. The rubber midsole has a slight dark grey lining that is one of those minor details that may not seem super important, but changes the entire appearance of the shoe if taken away. While you can certainly rock these during the summer, the dark suede gives it a more wintery appearance. Either way the ‘Grey Suedes’ are a suitable transition shoe that makes a statement.

• Material - Paneled Mesh, suede, and rubber
• Sizes - 35.5 IT, 36 IT
• Style - Low Top

Let’s not sit here and pretend that we don’t own anything ‘faux’ in our closets. If the fake is done well enough nobody will ever notice, and that is exactly what Reebok and Pier Moss accomplished with their Trail Fury sneakers. The overall model of the shoe is similar to ‘InstaPumps,’ with their color mixtures and chunky outsoles, and the shoe itself is trail sneaker meant for hiking adventures. Reebok and Pier Moss really came together beautifully to create a powerful sneaker that is comfortable, and every hiker should consider these if they are looking for a dope new shoe.

• Material - Leather
• Sizes - 35 - 39.5 IT
• Style - Low Top Trainers

Is any designer list complete without Louboutins? The answer to that is no. These jawns right here are called the ‘Loubisharks’ because, well, look at them. The whole purpose of high fashion is to create fashion pieces that you don’t see in everyday life, and the ‘Tiketa Slip-Ons’ are the literal embodiment of that. Have you ever seen anybody wearing a shoe like this in real life? Didn’t think so.

• Material - Technical recycled knit
• Sizes - 34 - 42
• Style - Sneaker Boot

How come more people don’t wear sneaker boots? Granted it can be hard to find the right outfit to wear them with, but when you do it’s a banger look. Now these may not be top of the line in terms of Balenciaga sneakers, but they are solid shoes that capture the grunge high fashion look, while still giving you a casual element that can allow the shoe to be worn to games, the park, etc. Again, simplicity wins.

• Material - Organic Cotton Canvas
• Sizes - US 4 - 12
• Style - Low Profile Distressed

Saint Laurent sneakers are pretty basic—you aren’t getting much more than different variations of a canvas shoe. Occasionally they will sprinkle in a couple of high top basketball shoes, but for the most part low top classics are what you are getting. We've preached to the choir on the simplicity of sneakers, and these are no different. The quality is excellent and most of the shoes feature a neutral tan/white design, so you’ll be able to work with them for sure.

• Material - Rubber
• Sizes - 39 - 46 EU
• Style - Low Top Trainer

Jay-Z once made a statement about “Only wearing Burberry to swim,” and while that may have been true for the year 2002, we’ll plead our case for 2023. When it comes to Burberry sneakers, the key words are trainers and low tops—and there are tons of them. You can choose to get the custom Burberry print, or you could go with a different colorway. It’s up to you.

• Material - Vegan leather and mesh upper material
• Sizes - 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5 12, 13
• Style - Chunky platform fashion sneaker

Steve Madden’s POSSESS sneakers offer so many benefits that it would be almost insane to not pick up a pair (especially for the relatively low price of $100). The ‘POSSESS’ scream ‘designer,’ for sure. Yeah they may not have the "super luxury" name brand component, but is anybody really going to know it's not Prada at first glance? No. Steve Madden shouldn’t be slept on though, while not particularly known for their sneaker game, they do have some gems.

• Material - Calf Leather
• Sizes - 41 EU, 42 EU
• Style - Lace-up Front

Have you ever seen a sneaker quite like this? Certainly this should come as no surprise as this is Alexander McQueen we're talking about. Designed to give a vampire vibe, the shoes have a two-toned upper featuring red and white, and the shoe sports a red gel-like chunky rubber sole to give you that extra oomph. These shoes are definitely different than the norm, but that’s Alexander McQueen for you.

• Material - Calfskin
• Sizes - 6, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13
• Style - Lace-up Low Top

Valentino has quite a few sneakers available for your enjoyments, and the ‘Garavanis’ are one of the brands most exquisite. These are sort of like a luxury version of classic athletic low tops with their color block patterns and chunky appearance. The shoe consists of a leather upper, and has the Valentino branding towards the top of the shoe. If this particular colorway isn’t your style, then you can definitely go for others as Valentino has plenty of different stylesin stock as well.

• Material - Leather
• Sizes - 7D US, 9D US
• Style - Low Top

And then there was one. Golden Goose. Whether you are looking for casual sneakers, or formal ones, Golden Goose has you covered. As far as the ‘Superstars’ go, we aren’t quite sure what we would classify them as. They could be casual due to the fact that they are low tops, but the tones could technically make them formal too. Either way, they are whatever you want them to be. So wear them however you see fit.

• Material - Leather
• Sizes - 7D, 8D, 9D, 10D, 11D, 12D, 13D
• Style - Low Top

Salvatore Ferragamo is one of our favorite luxury designers, and their Men's Pierre Leather Gancini Sneakers are one of our favorite luxury shoes for men. Simple but elegant. Modern but timeless. You really can't ask for anything more. Plus, this the kind of shoe that can be paired with virtually anything in your closet, and can last you a lifetime.

• Material - Calfskin
• Sizes - 39.5, 40, 40.5, 41
• Style - Low Top

La Maison Hermès. The finest of the finest. An investment worth making. Hermès has plenty of great sneakers for men, it just so happens that their Quicker Sneaker is our favorite at the moment. What do they call it in french? Oh that's right, magnifique!