Menswear Must: White Common Projects Achilles Low Sneakers

Of the many things you can buy, few things are more satisfying than a new pair of white sneakers. A classic pair of sneakers can go a long way, and when you own the right pair, they can take your style to a new level. The most premium white sneakers out there will cost anywhere from $200 - $400 at minimum, but when you spend that much, you can expect them to last for years. At the top of the sneaker market, our favorite pair of white sneakers is the Common Projects Achilles Low. Not only are they some of the sleekest sneakers available, but you can wear them with anything.

Common Projects started in 2004 with a single pair of sneakers that quickly became one of the most coveted pairs of shoes in the world. After having no luck finding anything other than Chuck Taylors or Stan Smiths, the founders of Common Projects set out to design the perfect sneakers for their themselves (and got it right).

Inspiration for the brand came from the everyday sneakers of Converse and Adidas while tying in the elegance of Italian leather, hand-stitching, and impeccable quality. Common Projects aren’t just made of any leather, though - they are crafted from Italian napa leather that’s smooth and soft to the touch. This casual-meets-coveted design pulled on inspiration from the founders’ original love for the classic Converse and similar sneakers, but to meet the needs of men with elevated taste.

The relaxed, yet high-end appeal of the Achilles Low brings together sneakerheads and luxury enthusiasts as they rally behind the timeless, minimalist footwear. As many other brands move toward heavy logos and monograms, Common Projects’ minimalism is one of the biggest selling points of such a premium sneaker. Other than the numeric gold stamp on the outer heels of the sneakers, only people familiar with the brand will spot them in public.

What’s great about white Common Projects is they’re casual enough for spring / summer style, but luxe enough to pair with a suit. There’s not a thing you could wear that would not look more stylish when paired with the supple leather of these sneakers.

Since a pair of Common Projects is considered a luxury buy, you can expect to pay a premium price. This pair at Nordstrom will set you back $425. Even if dropping $400 on some white sneakers is something that would keep you up at night, you can rest knowing these sneakers will last longer than most relationships.

As far as we’re concerned, Common Projects are the best sneakers on the market. If white sneakers aren’t on your list right now, the Italian napa leather comes in any color you can imagine. From the minimal branding to the hand-stitching, it’s no surprise that these sneakers have become one of the most coveted pieces out there. Trust us when we say they’re worth every penny.