25 Best White Sneakers For Men (Review) In 2021

The Nike Men’s Air Max 90 have genuine athletic credibility while at the same time they sport a clean design that’s the perfect accompaniment to your khakis or even your suit. The air max cushioning through the midsole makes them extremely comfortable while the genuine leather upper with its double stitching throughout means they’re here for the long haul. You could pay a lot more and get a lot less. But why would you do that? Instead invest in our Best Choice: the Nike Men’s Air Max 90. Be sure to also check our guide to the best walking shoes for more great footwear ideas.

The Vans Old Skool Low-Top Trainers have wonderful clean lines and full canvas uppers that have a soft, easy on the eye look to them. You’re not going to be wearing these to pick up basketball games in the park. You will, however, find yourself wearing them to dinner at that trendy bistro, to the movie theater, to work on casual Fridays and walking down the Champs Elysee on a warm spring afternoon. Comfortable, classic shoes with no need to prove themselves.

“Iconic” and “sneaker” aren’t two words that you normally associate with one another but in this case, it’s a perfectly acceptable matchup. Chuck Taylors have been the coolest white sneakers around since the days when people actually said words like “groovy”. They’re the ultimate minimalist, casual American footwear and they look good on everyone from high powered execs to big burly construction workers. White Chucks are very much what white sneakers for men are all about. They’re like a classic white t-shirt for your feet. If you love sports footwear, then you will also love our selection of the best golf shoes so check it out.

The adidas Original Men’s Superstar white sneaker rides a fine line between being athletically legit and being a purely casual shoe for casual times. You could conceivably wear them for a bit of light tennis, some non-competitive hoops or even moderate weight lifting. But you’re probably not going to. Instead, you’re going to wear them out on Saturday night, to brunch on Sunday or to the office when you need to get some work done over the weekend. They’re extremely comfortable all around, warm enough for early spring or late fall and the herringbone pattern on the sole will hold its own on slippery sidewalks.

You probably won’t wear these with your suit but you will wear them with your sweatpants, jeans, shorts, and chinos. The Classic Leather Sneaker is also a decent running shoe, an acceptable tennis shoe, a great shoe for the gym and a good shoe for walking the beach. It’s got active-fashion written all over it and you get to choose just how much is active and how much is fashion. The molded foam liner cradles your feet, the rubber sole provides satisfying grip, the soft leather upper never pinches or crimps and the drop in elevation from heel to toe means you shouldn’t be surprised to see weightlifters wearing them.

Footwear design doesn’t get any more timeless than what you’ll find in the Cole Haan Grand Crosscourt II all white leather sneakers for men. The notion that you’ll wear these on the court is actually kind of amusing because you’re going to want to save these for a night out; even if that night takes you to the Metropolitan Museum of Art or Casa Vega in Sherman Oaks. The Crosscourt II is painfully tasteful (if there can be such a thing) and boasts outstanding craftsmanship from heel to toe. It’s throwback style at its best.

The Air Force 1 from Nike cradles your feet in comfort while opening multiple style vectors for you to explore. The Air Force 1 is descended from Nike’s revolutionary Nike Air basketball sneakers but this is an athletic shoe that has left the court in the rearview and is now enjoying early retirement. Although it sports a leather upper it’s plenty breathable and the extra thick sole puts plenty of shocks absorbing spring between you and the pavement. There’s padding around the collar for greater comfort and the discrete branding won’t turn you into a walking billboard.

If you seek something more from your white sneakers than just another pair of comfy minimalist shoes you owe it to yourself to take a look at the adidas Men’s Ultra Boost. With the Ultra Boost, the company applies the edgy filter to the standard sneaker and the result is a shoe unlike any other currently on the market. The purported goal of the UB is to magnify the energy feedback you get from each step which in theory should actually help propel you on your way. And while that’s all well and good we’re keeping a pair on hand to go with ripped jeans.

The Puma Men’s Roma white sneaker is remarkable for being so unremarkable. Instead of gaudy add-ons and superfluous detailing, it embraces clean lines, a smooth surface, and an unpretentious sole. When you wear the Roma to dinner you’re not going to look like you’ve got your track shoes on and are just waiting for an excuse to bolt. Instead, you’re going to look relaxed and stylish and you’re going to score major points for your tastefulness. The shoe does have a few retro touches like the T-toe and the sawtooth sole but they’re more quietly suggestive than in your face.

The Men’s Faxon from Ralph Lauren is not a sneaker as you probably think about it. It’s more like a deck shoe that’s afraid of the water. Nonetheless, it’s comfy as hell, typically well made from sole to collar and has a solemnity about it that separates it from the world of the athletic shoe, even as it takes inspiration from there. If we have an issue with this basically outstanding shoe it’s the, dare we say, tacky Polo logo on the side. Unnecessarily obtrusive on an otherwise beautiful piece of footwear.

The Men’s I-5923 from adidas is the kind of shoe you slip on to go to the gym when you have a dinner date right afterward. In other words, it straddles the line effectively between the athletic and casual worlds although it might tilt just a bit more into the athletic sphere. You can see traces of adidas lifting shoes in the design DNA here but it’s by no means distracting. These are light, breathable, comfortable sneakers that may not be up to the style standards of some others, but they’ll still look great with a nice pair of jeans or your favorite khakis.

Simple, understated, unpretentious, sporty and stylish are all words that come to mind when contemplating the Tretorn Men’s Camden 2 white sneaker. Affordable is another because unlike a lot of other white sneakers out there you won’t have to miss the rent payment to buy a pair of these. With the aerated leather upper, collar padding and relaxed fit they’re perfect for kicking back with friends, taking a stroll through Central Park or wearing to work on casual Friday. They’re the kind of casual footwear that looks just as good without socks as with, which just goes to point out their outstanding versatility.

If you like your all white shoes to stay out of the way these aren’t the shoes for you. Instead, these are sneaks that stand up and announce their presence and invite input from friends and passersby. Though CLARKS Trigenic Evo Mens Chukkas Shoe looks like a complete novelty it’s anything but. It’s actually really comfortable with plenty of support through the midsole and a heel architecture that does a great job absorbing shocks when you’re pounding the pavement. But of course, you’re not going to pound the pavement with these. These are for putting the edge cherry on top of your edgy outfit.

If you’re after a more upscale look that will shine around the marina you might want to consider Sperry’s Top-Sider Men’s Striper II. These are handsome sneakers meant to be worn in a sophisticated laid back atmosphere. They’re comfortable, but because they’re not intended to propel you toward the rim for a monster jam there isn’t a ton of consideration given to cushioning or springiness. They’re meant for relaxed strolls down the boardwalk, sunset cruises and dinners at that restaurant with the ocean view.

Not many products can pull off the trick of being both mainstream and cutting edge but Chuck Taylor white high top sneakers have been pulling that rabbit out of their hat for half a century. They’re the kind of fashion accessory you simply can’t go wrong with. You’re either going to look cool as hell or edgy as hell or smart as hell. You might even wind up looking all 3. Chuck’s are breathable, light and durable and among the best white leather sneakers in the world today.

Vans have been around more than 50 years. In that time their footwear brand has branched out to encompass dozens of different styles. Thankfully, they haven’t forgotten their roots and because of that, you’re able to pick up a pair of what some would consider the handsomest pair of white sneakers on the market. The Authentic will look great with just about anything and with its relaxed fit, ample cushioning and grippy rubber sole it’s going to serve you well whether you’re spending the afternoon in the cafe or at the Red Sox game or at the museum.

The GEL-Quantum 360 has an aggressive sole that states in no uncertain terms that it’s an athletic shoe. But it’s also capable of wearing more than one hat and you’ll find yourself lacing them up with just about any type of outfit. What allows the 360 to move from the sporting to the casual world with such aplomb is the seamless construction of the upper. It’s an impressive feat of footwear engineering Asics have pulled off and the result is a shoe that’s almost, dare we say it, beautiful. Beneath that dazzling sleek profile however is a shoe that will allow you to chase down the bus on your way to the art opening.

With the Men’s Street Encounter IV Under Armour have hit it out of the park. They’re calling this a “heeled sandal” but we’re not buying it. It’s a sneaker. A really comfortable, stylish sneaker with some deck shoe DNA mixed in for good measure. The die-cut EVA midsole cradles your feet, the genuine rubber sole keeps you grounded even on wet surfaces and the extra low-riding profile ensures your feet are cool and calm on the hottest days. You could wear them without socks but somehow that would seem a bit disrespectful.

If subtlety is not a concept that floats your boat you’re going to love the Huarache Running Shoe from Nike. This is the little white sneaker on steroids and is going to get you plenty of notice. Thankfully, it’s more than just a design outlier. It’s actually quite comfortable and will serve you well if you’re overcome by a desire to play some 2 on 2. The Huarache is extremely light, provides outstanding lateral stability and is lined with neoprene to grab your foot in a loving embrace. You’ll have a hard time matching them up with a suit but with their looks who cares?

Some sneakers call themselves sandals and some slippers call themselves sneakers and we’re okay with that. The SeaVees Hawthorne is one of the latter: an outdoor slipper that’s pulling double duty as a sneaker. The good news is that it’s as comfortable as it looks. There’s a surprising amount of support and you’re going to find it’s incredibly easy to match them up with everything from old jeans to new Dockers. This is a cool, no-nonsense warm-weather white sneaker that’s attractive, durable, versatile and really well made.

What is it about high-end American designers that allow them to produce such wonderfully discrete ready to wear clothing but at the same time prevents them from handling the branding on their sneakers in a discrete manner? Like the Polo shoes profiled above Hilfiger blankets the side of their otherwise outstanding Pandora sneaker with a gaudy black and white banner that’s readable at a hundred paces. We don’t get it. Maybe we’re not supposed to. If you can get past the logo-mania however you’ll find a first-class white sneaker that’s extremely comfortable.

What can we say about Converse Chuck Taylor high tops that hasn’t already been said? They have one of the most recognizable profiles in all of shoe-dom. They are the epitome of cool, they’re built to last, embody understated design and the leather version will ensure you stay at the pinnacle of style all winter long. To the uninitiated Chucks look crude and uncomfortable but they’re actually quite foot-friendly and even these leather tops breathe nicely. The insole has plenty of cushioning and the outsole grabs a hold of sidewalk and basketball court with equal energy.

If you’re looking for an alternative to the simple white sneaker K-Swiss wants you to consider their Men’s Classic VN Fashion Sneaker. As the name implies this is not intended to be anything but a piece of fashion footwear and that’s fine. Because that’s what white sneakers are all about these days. The VN is uncluttered comfort with a breathable leather upper, a midsole that provides both cushion and support and herringbone tread underneath that keeps you upright even on slippery surfaces. The branding is also toned way down which we always appreciate.

The Nike Free Rn Flyknit Running Shoes look like freshly shorn sheep with lace closures instead of ribs. If that description seems a bit obtuse it’s because the look of the Flyknit (at least the surface of the upper) is unlike anything we’ve seen before. It’s a really interesting combination of finished and unfinished and the seamless swoosh and smooth outsoles just highlight the frumply texture. It’s a compelling look but the shoe is more than just a pretty (strange) face. That upper is very breathable, that outsole provides outstanding stability and the cushioned midsole does a great job absorbing impacts.

This reworking of the classic Concord is a welcome step back from overblown, overworked basketball shoes and makes for an ideal pair of white sneakers for the athletically inclined. They’re comfortable, well cushioned through the midsole and really absorb the impact when you come crashing down to earth after a monster tomahawk dunk. If you want to wear Air Jordan 11 Retro Low “Concord” for a night on the town they’ll absorb the impact of stepping into the club just as well.