{"id":514557,"date":"2022-07-22T08:00:56","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T12:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/?p=514557"},"modified":"2025-03-19T07:09:31","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T11:09:31","slug":"common-projects-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Affordable Common Projects Alternatives for All Budgets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for shoes like Common Projects Achilles minus the $500 price tag? Good idea. Here are some of the best options you can choose from right now.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593748\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593748\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593748 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Affordable-Common-Projects-Alternatives-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593748\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by The Modest Man. All rights reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every guy needs a pair of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-white-sneakers\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536897\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">white <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51812\">sneakers<\/keyword><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in their rotation. It doesn\u2019t matter what your personal style is. You can basically wear them anywhere that isn\u2019t strictly formal, and sometimes you can even <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wedding-suit-with-white-sneakers\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536898\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wear <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51813\">sneakers<\/keyword> with a suit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They\u2019re so <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/how-to-wear-white-sneakers\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536899\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">easy to style<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 and not that difficult <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/how-to-clean-white-sneakers\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536900\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to clean<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you know what to do. Common Projects Achilles have become the gold standard (and not just because of that iconic gold stamp). However, at $500 a pop, you might consider affordable<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Common Projects alternatives<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> instead.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Projects has leveled up the category using high-end materials, proving that even simple <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51814\">sneakers<\/keyword> can be luxurious. In terms of alternatives, you might want a more high-value option. Or perhaps an alternative that\u2019s less brand-centric. Or maybe you just want something cheap. Regardless, I\u2019ve represented all priorities in this edit.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #01162b;color:#01162b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #01162b;color:#01162b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#Best_Alternatives_to_Common_Projects_Shoes_My_Personal_Favorites\" >Best Alternatives to Common Projects Shoes: My Personal Favorites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#Affordable_Common_Projects_Alternative_Options_Undeniable_Value_All_Under_200\" >Affordable Common Projects Alternative Options: Undeniable Value All Under $200<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#Common_Projects_Dupes_From_Heritage_Commercial_Brands\" >Common Projects Dupes From Heritage Commercial Brands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#Common_Projects_Alternatives_Sustainability_and_Comfort\" >Common Projects Alternatives: Sustainability and Comfort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#When_Youre_Just_on_a_Budget\" >When You\u2019re Just on a Budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#Edging_Towards_Luxury\" >Edging Towards Luxury<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/common-projects-alternatives\/#Conclusion_The_Right_Common_Projects_Substitute_for_You\" >Conclusion: The Right Common Projects Substitute for You<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Alternatives_to_Common_Projects_Shoes_My_Personal_Favorites\"><\/span>Best Alternatives to Common Projects Shoes: My Personal Favorites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_522235\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-522235\" style=\"width: 2382px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-522235 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside.jpg\" alt=\"Koio Capri oat milk inside\" width=\"2382\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside.jpg 2382w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Koio-Capri-oat-milk-inside-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2382px) 100vw, 2382px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-522235\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by The Modest Man. All rights reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s start with some of my old faithful go-tos. I\u2019m not opposed to dropping big bucks for something I absolutely love. I\u2019m a big <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/rolex-for-small-wrists\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536901\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guy, after all. I used a Louis Vuitton messenger bag throughout college. You might absolutely want that gold stamp or need the extra two or three years the Achilles might give you. Otherwise, the alternatives below are the most high-value white <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51815\">sneakers<\/keyword> on the market.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Koio Capri<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_546630\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-546630\" style=\"width: 1142px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-546630 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White.jpg\" alt=\"Koio Capri in Triple White\" width=\"1142\" height=\"1142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White.jpg 1142w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Koio-Capri-in-Triple-White-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1142px) 100vw, 1142px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-546630\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pjtra.com\/t\/8-12070-81937-176799?sid=blog&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.koio.co%2Fproducts%2Fcapri-triple-white-mens%3Fvariant%3D41706743103657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571213\" data-lasso-name=\"Koio\">Koio Capri<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pjtra.com\/t\/8-12070-81937-176799?sid=blog&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.koio.co%2Fproducts%2Fcapri-triple-white-mens%3Fvariant%3D41706743103657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536902\" data-lasso-name=\"Koio\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koio Capri<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could easily be in the last category of this round-up, too (\u201cEdging Towards Luxury\u201d). However, at less than $300, it punches way above its price point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each shoe is hand-finished and constructed with<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Italian leather <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">threaded with waxed<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cotton laces<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Not only are they hand-made in Marche, Italy, but the leather is LWG-certified. This means the Leather Working Group audited the leather facilities and assessed and approved them for good energy usage, wastewater disposal, and chemical safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent materials and craft aside, it just looks like a luxurious shoe. We\u2019ve <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/koio-capri-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536903\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reviewed the Koio Capri<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and we highly recommend it. Personally, I also prefer minimal branding over a gold stamp.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Beckett Simonon Reid<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_542225\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-542225\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-542225 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White.jpg\" alt=\"Beckett Simonon Reid Sneakers White\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Beckett-Simonon-Reid-Sneakers-White-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-542225\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckettsimonon.com\/products\/reid-sneakers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571214\">Beckett Simonon Reid<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckettsimonon.com\/products\/reid-sneakers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536904\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beckett Simonon Reid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is just about as high-quality as the Koio Capri. What you don\u2019t pay in dollars, you pay in time. Each shoe is made-to-order, allowing them to serve such premium shoes at below-market prices. However, it\u2019ll take time for your order to arrive \u2014 sometimes months.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still, if you\u2019re willing to wait, you get a lot of bang for your buck. This includes supple, full-grain leather, a Vachetta lining that manages temperature, sweat, and odors, and foot-accommodating insoles. Beckett Simonon finishes the shoe with carnauba wax for protection and shea butter for luster.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Oliver Cabell Low 1<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_542224\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-542224\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-542224 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White.jpg\" alt=\"Oliver Cabell Low 1 White\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Oliver-Cabell-Low-1-White-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-542224\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=895998&#038;u=605193&#038;m=67109&#038;urllink=olivercabell%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Flow%2D1%2Dwhite%2Dmens&#038;afftrack=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571215\" data-lasso-name=\"Shareasale-analytics\">Oliver Cabell Low 1<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=895998&#038;u=605193&#038;m=67109&#038;urllink=olivercabell%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Flow%2D1%2Dwhite%2Dmens&#038;afftrack=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536905\" data-lasso-name=\"Shareasale-analytics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oliver Cabell Low 1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is made with calfskin leather. Calfskin is known for its tight grain, flexibility, and high strength-to-softness ratio. Brands often use calfskin for high-end bags and wallets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gold <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51874\">Oliver Cabell<\/keyword> branding on the back collar is reminiscent of the Achilles gold stamp. However, its different placement and intentions ensure it isn\u2019t a copycat accent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like the Koio Capri, the Low 1s are handcrafted in Marche, Italy. The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cushioned footbed<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> features antibacterial textiles and sits over a removable molded insole, which is convenient if you need specialty insoles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My favorite part about <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51875\">Oliver Cabell<\/keyword> is that they offer sizes as small as a men\u2019s 5. You can read more about what we like about this sneaker in our comprehensive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/oliver-cabell-low-1-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536906\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low 1 review<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Affordable_Common_Projects_Alternative_Options_Undeniable_Value_All_Under_200\"><\/span><strong>Affordable Common Projects Alternative Options: Undeniable Value All Under $200<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are your best bet if you\u2019re looking for minimal <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51816\">sneakers<\/keyword> under $200. I think these options best balance the budget with quality. You can\u2019t get luxury under $200, but you can get top-notch, long-lasting options. Sometimes, you just want a functional, good-looking shoe without the \u201ccraftsman\u201d premium.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Thursday Boots Premier Low Top<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593762\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593762\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593762 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Thursday-Boots-Premier-Low-Top-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593762\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0D2J76KJ8?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571216\" data-lasso-name=\"Thursday Boot Company Premier Low Top Men&#039;s Lace-up Sneakers, White, 9\">Thursday Boot Premier Low Top<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0D2J76KJ8?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536907\" data-lasso-name=\"Thursday Boot Company Premier Low Top Men&#039;s Lace-up Sneakers, White, 9\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premier Low Top<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Thursday took their boot-making chops and used them to build a minimal sneaker. The result is a hard-wearing shoe accommodating a wide range of foot widths. Unlike most simple sneaker models, the Low Top comes in standard, EE, and EEE widths.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s definitely one of the most functional models on the list. Thursday Boots makes this sneaker from durable and smooth Italian Nappa leather. It features shock-absorbing footbeds and high-traction, dual-density outsoles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Greats Royale 2.0<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_579234\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-579234\" style=\"width: 1800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DKDYPND2?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"572610\" data-lasso-name=\"GREATS Men&#039;s Royale 2.0 Leather Sneakers\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-579234 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Greats-The-Royale-2.0-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-579234\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DKDYPND2?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571217\" data-lasso-name=\"GREATS Men&#039;s Royale 2.0 Leather Sneakers\">Greats Royale 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DKDYPND2?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536908\" data-lasso-name=\"GREATS Men&#039;s Royale 2.0 Leather Sneakers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greats Royale 2.0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is almost like a genuine athletic shoe. It\u2019s not as technical as a dedicated running or gym shoe. But these shoes would do fine if you were in an impromptu flag football game during a picnic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to its premium leather construction and soft, leather-lined, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cushioned footbed<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it boasts Strobel construction. This means that the upper is attached directly to the insole without a lasting board or midsole, providing lightness in weight, flexibility, and foot conformity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, the gold Greats branding and double-stitched accents provide character without compromising the minimalist aesthetic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Charles Tyrwhitt Leather Sneaker<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593763\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593763\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593763 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Charles-Tyrwhitt-Leather-Sneaker-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593763\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlestyrwhitt.com\/us\/leather-sneakers---white\/SHW0246WHT.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571218\">Tyrwhitt Leather Sneaker<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charles Tyrwhitt makes a 100% white leather sneaker just as value-forward as their shirts. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlestyrwhitt.com\/us\/leather-sneakers---white\/SHW0246WHT.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536909\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tyrwhitt Sneaker<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> effectively combines lightweight comfort with support and security. You can thank that perfectly padded collar and the leather lining with a full leather insole. Plus, the rubber sole is feather-light and resistant to water and discoloration. It\u2019s strength meets style.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Projects_Dupes_From_Heritage_Commercial_Brands\"><\/span>Common Projects Dupes From Heritage Commercial Brands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_547502\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-547502\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-547502\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren.jpg\" alt=\"Best Clothing Brands Like Ralph Lauren\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Clothing-Brands-Like-Ralph-Lauren-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-547502\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by teamtime \/ Depositphotos.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have a certain loyalty to some heritage brands. However, I know that they aren\u2019t always the best when it comes to market disruption. They don\u2019t benefit from that, after all. And that\u2019s okay. However, Ralph Lauren and Cole Haan serve up pretty decent, well-priced white <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51817\">sneakers<\/keyword> worth considering for different reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Ralph Lauren Jermain<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593764\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593764\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593764 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ralph-Lauren-Jermain-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ralphlauren.com\/men-footwear-shoes\/jermain-leather-sneaker\/0042782839.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571219\">Ralph Lauren Jermain<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though stylistically universal, minimal white <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51818\">sneakers<\/keyword> are in the vintage tennis whites family, which is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/preppy-style\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536910\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inherently preppy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And who does preppy better than Ralph Lauren?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The streamlined <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ralphlauren.com\/men-footwear-shoes\/jermain-leather-sneaker\/0042782839.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536911\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ralph Lauren Jermain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> features a 100% leather lining and pigment-dyed upper. It\u2019s a stark white, but one that\u2019s bright and vivid. Of course, it wouldn\u2019t be Ralph Lauren without the debossed pony on the tongue. There\u2019s also branding on the heel, a subtle but important nod to the great American designer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Cole Haan Grand Cross Court II<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593765\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593765\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593765 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cole-Haan-Grand-Cross-Court-II-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593765\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B073K5WYCV?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571220\" data-lasso-name=\"Cole Haan mens Grand Crosscourt Ii Sneaker, White Leather, 8 US\">Cole Haan Grand Cross Court II<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an older, non-start-up brand, Cole Haan has done a good job of keeping up with state-of-the-art comfort technology. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B073K5WYCV?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536912\" data-lasso-name=\"Cole Haan mens Grand Crosscourt Ii Sneaker, White Leather, 8 US\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cole Haan Grand Cross Court II<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> boasts the brand\u2019s GrandFoam technology. This unique cushioning absorbs shock and distributes weight and stress as you walk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, the injection-molded outsole and rubber heel pods provide comfort and stability. With a price tag of under $100, this model could easily be in our budget category.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Projects_Alternatives_Sustainability_and_Comfort\"><\/span>Common Projects Alternatives: Sustainability and Comfort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_548866\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-548866\" style=\"width: 1260px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-548866 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review.jpg\" alt=\"Cariuma Leather Salvas Sneakers Review\" width=\"1260\" height=\"1260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review.jpg 1260w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Cariuma-Leather-Salvas-Sneakers-Review-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1260px) 100vw, 1260px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-548866\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by The Modest Man. All rights reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a lot of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/what-is-greenwashing\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536913\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greenwashing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in fashion these days. That is, their marketing uses words like \u201csustainability\u201d and \u201ceco-friendly.\u201d But, with older brands especially, these factors aren\u2019t built into the business. That\u2019s not faulting older brands, as these values weren\u2019t at the forefront of companies when they started.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, some newer brands started with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/sustainable-fabrics\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536914\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as their foundation. The two in this category are some of the most comfortable options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Cariuma OCA Low<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593766\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593766\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593766 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cariuma-OCA-Low-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593766\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cariuma.com\/products\/oca-low-white-premium-leather-sneaker-men\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571221\">Cariuma OCA Low<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cariuma.com\/products\/oca-low-white-premium-leather-sneaker-men\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536915\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cariuma OCA Low<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> eco-focused, but the pebbled leather has that sort of crunchy eco-aesthetic that\u2019s become quite popular. The leather is soft and LWG-certified with a gold rating. And when you buy a pair, two trees are planted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lining is organic cotton, while Cariuma makes the insole from cork and bio-based foam from mamona oil. If you didn\u2019t know, mamona oil is a plant-based alternative to petroleum.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>OLUKAI Lae&#8217;ahi Li &#8216;ILI<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593767\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593767\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593767 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/OLUKAI-Lae_ahi-Li-_ILI-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593767\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CBB9TM4D?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571222\" data-lasso-name=\"OLUKAI Lae&#039;ahi Li &#039;ILI Men&#039;s Leather Sneakers, Supple Full-Grain Leather Shoes, Drop-in Heel &amp; All Weather Rubber Soles\">OLUKAI Lae&#8217;ahi Li &#8216;ILI<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51819\">sneakers<\/keyword> barely need any breaking in. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CBB9TM4D?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536916\" data-lasso-name=\"OLUKAI Lae&#039;ahi Li &#039;ILI Men&#039;s Leather Sneakers, Supple Full-Grain Leather Shoes, Drop-in Heel &amp; All Weather Rubber Soles\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OLUKAI Lae&#8217;ahi Li &#8216;ILI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has a drop-in heel design, meaning you can wear it like a sneaker or slip-on. Talk about versatility. That makes it a convenient shoe to have by your door when you\u2019re rushing out of your house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, the dual-density microfiber footbed and gel insert provides comfort and support. OLUKAI uses natural latex in its rubbers, fully recycled packaging materials, and 30% recycled materials in every outsole.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Youre_Just_on_a_Budget\"><\/span>When You\u2019re Just on a Budget<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_530100\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-530100\" style=\"width: 2139px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-530100 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants.jpg\" alt=\"New Republic Kurt Leather Sneakers with cuffed pants\" width=\"2139\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants.jpg 2139w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneakers-with-cuffed-pants-2048x1149.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2139px) 100vw, 2139px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-530100\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by The Modest Man. All rights reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, you just want an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affordable pair <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51820\">sneakers<\/keyword> that you can get fast. That\u2019s fine. Perhaps you have an event in two days and don\u2019t have time to research. Nor do you have the budget just to pick the \u201cbest\u201d and, therefore, most expensive model on the market. In that case, these options will do the trick.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>New Republic Kurt<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_542226\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-542226\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-542226 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker.jpg\" alt=\"New Republic Kurt Leather Sneaker\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/New-Republic-Kurt-Leather-Sneaker-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-542226\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/New-Republic-Mens-Leather-Sneaker\/dp\/B07MC1T51Q?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571223\" data-lasso-name=\"New Republic Kurt Sneaker\">New Republic Kurt<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sneaker fans describe the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/New-Republic-Mens-Leather-Sneaker\/dp\/B07MC1T51Q?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536917\" data-lasso-name=\"New Republic Kurt Sneaker\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Republic Kurt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as the best Common Projects dupe under $100. And I can see why. It checks all the boxes visually and offers a 100% microsuede lining that feels rich and soft.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The design itself is the most minimalistic on the list. The lack of branding gives the shoe an anonymous look, making it highly adaptable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Bruno Marc Skate Shoe<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593768\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593768\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593768 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Bruno-Marc-Skate-Shoe-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593768\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B099RPD9X8?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571224\" data-lasso-name=\"Bruno Marc Men&#039;s Casual Dress Sneakers Fashion Oxfords Skate Shoes for Men,White,Size 10.5,SBFS211M\">Bruno Marc Skate Shoe<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we mentioned in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/bruno-marc-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"536918\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruno Marc review<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you get what you pay for with them. Vegan leather may not last long, but it looks the part and is environmentally friendly. Between the sub-$50 price and the Amazon shipping, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B099RPD9X8?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536919\" data-lasso-name=\"Bruno Marc Men&#039;s Casual Dress Sneakers Fashion Oxfords Skate Shoes for Men,White,Size 10.5,SBFS211M\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruno Marc Skate shoes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a good choice in a pinch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I also recommend them to people who want a minimal leather shoe but won\u2019t wear it often. If that\u2019s the case, you don\u2019t have to invest in a luxury model.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edging_Towards_Luxury\"><\/span>Edging Towards Luxury<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_565394\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-565394\" style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-565394 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather.jpg\" alt=\"Ace Marks Lopro Dress Sneaker\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ace-Marks-Lopro-Dress-Sneakers-Champagne-leather-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-565394\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by The Modest Man. All rights reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These options are over $200. This means they still cost way less than an actual Common Projects Achilles. They also cost way less than most other luxury <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51821\">sneakers<\/keyword>, including ones from Maison Margiela and Saint Laurent. However, they\u2019re as close to luxury as you get without spending an arm and a leg. In fact, you might call them luxury minus the brand name and price tag.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Axel Arigato Clean<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593769\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593769\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593769 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Axel-Arigato-Clean-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593769\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/axelarigato.com\/men\/footwear\/clean-90\/clean-90-28102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571225\">Axel Arigato Clean<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One thing these upper-tier affordable alternatives have in common is that they\u2019re all extra minimal. The back and collar of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/axelarigato.com\/men\/footwear\/clean-90\/clean-90-28102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536920\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Axel Arigato Clean<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aren\u2019t even separate pieces of leather; they\u2019re visually separated with stitching.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Axel handcrafts this shoe with LWG-certified leather set on rubber capsules (partly recycled). The capsules are stitched <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glued for extra durability. They\u2019ll last longer than the $150 models and may even last as long as a Common Projects shoe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Ace Marks Duke Dress Sneaker<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593770\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593770\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593770 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ace-Marks-Duke-Dress-Sneaker-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593770\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sabah.am\/products\/ashmore-grey-shearling-baba-mens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571226\" data-lasso-name=\"Sabah Baba - Ashmore Grey Shearling Baba\">Ace Marks Duke Dress Sneaker<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men of modest height, take note: Ace Marks is a brand that offers shoe sizes as low as a men\u2019s 5. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sabah.am\/products\/ashmore-grey-shearling-baba-mens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536921\" data-lasso-name=\"Sabah Baba - Ashmore Grey Shearling Baba\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ace Marks Dukes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are made with just as much attention and craft as their dress shoes. Fourth-generation artisans handcraft each shoe using<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Italian leather<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The lining is calfskin, perfectly balancing comfort with strength.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Suitsupply Sneaker<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_593771\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-593771\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-593771 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker-590x590.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Suitsupply-Sneaker-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-593771\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16225&#038;awinaffid=653209&#038;clickref=blog&#038;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fsuitsupply.com%2Fen-us%2Fmen%2Fshoes%2Fwhite-sneaker%2FFW14025.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571227\" data-lasso-name=\"Suitsupply\">Suitsupply Sneaker<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, if you want a no-fuss, high-quality white sneaker, look no further than Suitsupply. Like the New Republic, it has that anonymous aesthetic but is far more luxurious and long-lasting. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16225&#038;awinaffid=653209&#038;clickref=blog&#038;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fsuitsupply.com%2Fen-us%2Fmen%2Fshoes%2Fwhite-sneaker%2FFW14025.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"536922\" data-lasso-name=\"Suitsupply\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitsupply sneaker<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> exudes quiet luxury and boasts unmatched versatility. The upper is made of calfskin, while the soles are strong, bouncy rubber.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_The_Right_Common_Projects_Substitute_for_You\"><\/span>Conclusion: The Right Common Projects Substitute for You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Projects alternatives<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are you considering? Do you need something quick and highly affordable? The New Republic or Bruno Marc have you covered. You can go for higher-end models like the Axel Arigato on the other side of the spectrum. Again, some of my favorites include the Koio Capri and the <keyword data-keyword-id=\"51876\">Oliver Cabell<\/keyword>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, adding a white sneaker to your wardrobe gives you so much more versatility. You can wear them casually on the weekend or business casual during the week. The possibilities are endless.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><i>Do you have a white sneaker in your wardrobe? If so, which one? Let us know in the comments below.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for shoes like Common Projects Achilles minus the $500 price tag? Good idea. 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