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by Beau H.

Guest Post – Handcrafted in Italy: What Separates a Handmade Leather Sneaker From a Factory Pair

A clean leather sneaker has become one of the most useful shoes in a man’s wardrobe. It works with jeans and a field jacket on a Saturday, with chinos and an Oxford shirt at the office, and with a lightweight suit when the dress code relaxes. Because so many brands now make one, the differences between pairs, like the Italian-made leather sneakers produced by J.C. Lutz, are easy to miss on a product page. Two sneakers can share a silhouette, a color and even a price range, yet be built in very different ways.

The gap shows up in the details: How the leather is chosen and cut, how the pieces are stitched together, how the sole is attached, and whether the pair was made for a specific customer or pulled from a warehouse shelf. Knowing what to look for makes it easier to judge where the money in a pair actually goes.

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Where the shoe is made, and who makes it

“Made in Italy” on a label carries weight because of the shoemaking districts behind it. Le Marche, a region on Italy’s Adriatic coast, has been a center of shoe production for generations, and much of that work still happens in small family workshops where skills pass from one generation to the next. In a workshop like this, a pair moves through the hands of a few experienced craftsmen rather than along a long assembly line.

A factory pair is built for volume. Each station repeats one task as quickly as possible, and the result is a consistent shoe at scale. A handmade pair is built for control: the person cutting the leather sees every hide, and the person stitching the upper can adjust to how that particular leather behaves.

Leather that is selected and cut by hand

The first difference starts before any stitching. In a handmade process, each hide is inspected and cut by hand, a step the trade calls clicking. The cutter places each pattern piece around marks, scars and weaker areas of the hide, so the visible parts of the shoe come from the cleanest leather.

The type of leather then sets the character of the finished shoe:

  • Full-grain leather keeps the complete grain surface of the hide and shows its natural texture. It is the most uncompromised choice.
  • Calf with a corrected top grain has a smoother, more uniform surface, which suits a clean white or solid-color sneaker.
  • Suede is worked from the underside of the hide, giving a soft, napped texture that reads more relaxed.
  • Vegetable-tanned leather is tanned with plant-based tannins rather than chrome salts, and it takes on more character as it is worn.

Made to order instead of made for a warehouse

Most sneakers are produced in large batches, shipped to distributors and stored until they sell. A made-to-order pair is cut and stitched only after a customer places the order. That changes the shoe in two ways. The customer chooses the details, such as the leather and color for each panel, the stitching and the laces, and the workshop builds that exact pair. And the pair has not spent months in storage before it reaches its owner.

Selling directly to customers also shifts where the money goes. Without the margins of wholesalers, importers and retail stores, more of the price can go into materials and labor. J.C. LUTZ, a brand born in Paris whose made-to-order Italian leather sneakers are handcrafted in a family-run atelier in Le Marche, works this way: Each pair is built to the customer’s specifications in two weeks and shipped directly from the atelier.

The trade-off is time. A factory pair ships the same day, while a made-to-order pair needs a short wait while it is made. For a shoe meant to stay in regular rotation, that wait is a small part of the decision.

Construction details that are easy to skip

The upper of a leather sneaker is made of several panels, and the way they are joined says a lot about the pair. On a carefully made shoe, the edges are stitched together with the lining so no raw leather edge is visible, and details such as the lace guards are attached with stitching that does not show on the outer face of the shoe. The result looks cleaner up close.

Many mass-produced pairs leave edges raw or seal them with paint, and show every stitch line on the outside, because both are faster to produce. Neither is a flaw on its own, but they are among the easiest ways to tell how much handwork went into a shoe.

Underneath, most leather sneakers use a cupsole, a rubber sole with raised sidewalls that wraps around the bottom of the upper. On a well-made pair, the cupsole is joined cleanly to the midsole and upper, with no glue lines or gaps along the edge. A shank, a stiff support piece placed under the midfoot, adds structure beneath the arch. Some makers include one as standard, and it is worth asking about.

A sneaker comes down to five components: the leather upper, the lining, the footbed, the midsole and the outsole. Each one is a place where a maker can either invest or cut costs, and on a handmade pair all five are chosen together.

Spotting the difference in person

A few checks reveal most of what a product description leaves out:

  • The edges of the leather panels: Folded or hidden-stitched edges point to more handwork than raw or heavily painted ones.
  • The stitching on the outer face: Clean, even lines, or no visible construction stitching at all, are a good sign.
  • The surface of the leather: Full-grain leather shows natural variation, while a perfectly even, plastic-like finish usually means a heavy coating.
  • The inside of the shoe: A leather lining and a well-shaped footbed are signs of a more considered build.
  • The join between sole and upper: It should be tight and even all the way around.
  • The maker’s own description: Workshops that cut and stitch by hand usually say so, and they can name where each pair is made.

Styling a handmade leather sneaker

A well-made leather sneaker earns its place by working across a wide range of outfits:

  • Weekend: A white calf pair with dark selvage denim, a heavyweight tee and a chore coat or field jacket.
  • Office: Suede in a darker tone with grey wool trousers, an Oxford cloth button-down and a navy knit.
  • Smart casual: A solid-color calf sneaker with an unstructured navy or olive suit, worn without a tie.
  • Fall: Full-grain leather with chinos, a flannel shirt and a waxed jacket.

Trousers with a slim leg and little or no break keep the line clean and let the shoe show.

The Last Word

A factory sneaker and a handmade one can look alike in a photo. The difference sits in the parts that are hard to photograph: hand-cut leather, hidden seams, a cleanly attached sole, and a pair built for one owner. For a shoe that does as much work as a leather sneaker, those details are worth checking before buying.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Crown Northampton Showcases Standout Sneaker Craftsmanship

Crown Northampton men's sneakers.

There are levels of quality to just about every category in the menswear world, a difference you can feel in each and every step when it comes to the best men’s sneakers, for instance. There are other plentiful ways in which quality shines through, of course, but it’s especially impressive when heritage craft meets modern style in a way that remains true to the past.

Indeed, when you know, you really know as far as standout worksmanship is concerned. And that brings us quite neatly to Crown Northampton, which makes exceptional footwear in its namesake town, which it calls “the heart of the world’s shoe trade.” That lends itself to plenty of shared knowledge and expertise, no doubt about it.

It’s quite the mantle to meet, but England’s Crown Northampton takes great pride in its hand-stitched and hand-welted sneakers, traditional boots and desert boots.

I’ve had the chance to try out Crown Northampton sneakers in the past (see my Crown Northampton review for a deeper dive into a standout pair of high-top sneakers), and the opportunity arose once more to put a distinctive pair to the test.

That pair would be the Crown Northampton Abbey Unlined Oxford, a handsome set of shoes so refined as to rival the quality found in some dress shoes — that word, “quality,” indeed comes up a lot as far as these stylish sneakers for men are concerned.

The Crown Northampton Abbey Unlined Oxford separates itself from the pack in a number of ways, including the use of remarkably supple yet sturdy Horween Dearborn Leather. Closed-toe Oxford lacing gives these shoes a sleek profile that I’ve successfully worn (at least in my opinion!) with stretch chinos and blue denim in equal measure.

Another selling point as far as these fashionable-yet-classic brown leather sneakers are concerned? A hand-filled cork footbed for springy comfort and rebound, plus a sustainable Lactae Hevea sole. French-bound edges offer a clean finish, whether you opt for a natural gum rubber outsole or a black sole.

Take heed: With made-to-order sneakers like the Crown Northampton Abbey Unlined Oxford, the wait time runs 9 to 12 weeks. And yet, I can quite confidently say these absurdly comfortable, incredibly well-crafted sneakers are more than worth that wiat.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Merrell Cygnet Sneakers Switch Up Your Seasonal Footwear Rotation In Style

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Just as in matters of your seasonal menswear wardrobe, from the casually cool pocket tee to the polished linen buttondown shirt, having options at your disposal is critical, and that includes your rotation of the best sneakers for men.

By now, we’ve hit the dog days of summer, and perhaps you feel like you’ve exhausted your resources as far as stylish men’s sneakers go, from the crisp cool of white leather court-style sneakers to the breezy ease of laidback canvas sneakers.

Enter the latest kicks from Merrell, a brand normally known for its hiking boots and sporty trail sneakers, yet now ready to carry you from BBQ to boardwalk and everywhere in between as we savor August (and beyond).

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Perhaps you’ve got a pair of Merrell footwear in your summer adventure rotation already via the ever-popular and ultra-comfortable, well-cushioned Merrell Moab 3, for instance. For all those times you’re not on the trail or trekking to the water, consider something with a mix of city-approved style points and the company’s famed underfoot technology.

That’s where the Merrell Cygnet Sneakers add a bit more of a lifestyle punch — think, sneakers stylish enough for a BBQ or early season tailgate, without the same trail-ready functionality and overbuilt design. Complete with a sleek low profile and a mix of leather and suede detailing, these are sleek sneakers made for the man on the go – from business casual to (you guessed it) the BBQ without missing a beat.

The Merrell Cygnet Sneakers retail for a rather remarkable $80, all the while packing in features common of much pricier sneakers. These low-profile men’s sneakers rest on a 50% recycled removable EVA foam footbed, with a grooved rubber outsole that adds traction as well as visual appeal.

A breathable mesh lining helps keep your feet cool in the balmy days of summer, while they’ve also been treated for natural odor control. Leather detailing at the toe and heel adds both style points and functionality, while the company’s “M” logo almost calls to mind the “NB” logo of New Balance. Think of these like a new set of kicks for your rotation, with fashionable good looks to match sneakers you know and love, as it were.

Available in three distinct color options (including the dark charcoal Beluga and the richly crafted Luggage option shown above), they’re might not be a more stylish yet affordable pair of men’s sneakers out there on the market right now. If ever you wanted a way to refresh your footwear rotation on the go while saving a few bucks, the answer to your style conundrum might be the Merrell Cygnet Sneakers, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Buck Mason x Moonstar Sneakers Are the Perfect Pair for Your Summer Rotation (And Beyond)

Can it get more classic than the right pair of canvas sneakers worn on balmy summer days? Or into the (very) early fall? At least in my experience, it doesn’t get much better than that, at least when it comes to lacing up a pair of fresh canvas sneakers alongside classic chino shorts and a trusty polo or a breezy pocket tee. The world is your oyster, so to speak, in matters of laidback, casual style from the BBQ to the boardwalk and the lake, and just about everywhere in between.

And Buck Mason, ever-reliable purveyors of the best Americana-inspired style on the market, deliver the goods with a lineup of durable, dependable and utterly classic Buck Mason x Moonstar Sneakers, the kind you can wear in and wear out time and time again — especially alongside throwback-tinged Buck Mason menswear, am I right?

The Japanese sneaker brand has a love for all things Stateside style, including the classic lace-up structure of this sporty pair of canvas sneakers, or else the go-anywhere ease of the slip-on sneaker, both of which look like an iconic pair of throwback Vans sneakers for men.

And when it comes to a pair of Buck Mason x Moonstar Sneakers, you’re getting the kind of timeless style plus remarkable durability for which the Los Angeles company is known – all in a profile you can wear with everything from dark blue jeans and a henley to stretch chino shorts and a leisurely pocket tee.

Made from durable herringbone canvas and available in versatile Taupe or a crisp shade of dark navy, these low-profile sneakers bridge the gap between, say, sandals and high-top sneakers in fine form. Buck Mason looked to its California roots to come up with what the company calls a “skate-inspired reinterpretation of the classic deck shoe, all the while featuring vulcanized and siped construction and a natural rubber outsole.

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As the company notes, each pair on its Moonstar last was constructed with “meticulous attention to detail,” making them a safe, wise and stylish bet indeed for your next pair of fresh kicks — now through the end of summer, and perhaps even into early fall when paired with dark blue jeans, a thermal henley and your favorite cardigan. In this instance though, they’ll perform in breezy, stylish and durable fashion — step into a set of Buck Mason x Moonstar Sneakers ASAP.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These LUCA Terra Low Sneakers from Huckberry Are As Stylish As It Gets

There’s plenty of rich texture and color to choose from across the spectrum of menswear, even in the dog days of summer. Or rather, while it might not quite be the dog days of summer just yet, there are crucial ways to liven things up in the days ahead with a fresh outlook on the best summer style essentials, like that tried-and-true pair of the best men’s sneakers you tend to lace up just about every day.

So while white canvas sneakers or crisply cut white leather sneakers are of the essence, it’s always a stylish move to go a level deeper with some richly crafted leather sneakers in a shade more typically reserved for your favorite pair of leather boots (notably, you can find all of these selections at Huckberry, so you’ve come to the right place today).

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That brings us to the handsome brown leather-gum rubber outsole LUCA Terra Low Sneakers, which are as well-suited for your favorite pair of light wash jeans and a pocket tee as they are for pairing with stretch chinos, an Oxford shirt and a lightweight navy blazer — yes, these stylish men’s sneakers can do all of that, and then some.

In fact, the good folks at Huckberry perhaps said it best, noting that the LUCA Terra Low Sneakers rest ever-so-stylishly in the “sweet spot in the closet between a sport sneaker and a dress shoe, allowing you to dress it up with a button-down and chinos, or dress it down with a tee and shorts.”

With a leather-lined interior and a natural gum rubber outsole, these sneakers boast a springy, ultra-comfortable feel right out of the box, while details like a reinforced toe and heel drive home the point that these are durable sneakers made to last.

Handsome details like contrast laces offer a dash of style points any way you wear these fashionable men’s sneakers, while rich Ravine Leather (among other options) gives them plenty of character and comfort with each wear.

The LUCA Terra Low Sneakers also come in variations like an ultra-versatile All-White Leather build, plus combinations that include Ravine Leather and an all-white outsole, for good measure.

The low profile makes them suitable for pairing with business casual looks aplenty, and the fact that you can get a pair of perfectly constructed sneakers for men for under $200 is about as great as it gets, is it not? Try out these simply excellent men’s sneakers from Huckberry and LUCA as soon as possible, and see for yourself.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: You Can Get Two Pairs of Beckett Simonon Men’s Shoes for 25 Percent Off

Scouring the market for an expert blend of quality and standout style at the right price is an all-consuming mission at times, at least as far as your footwear rotation is concerned. Cut corners or go with a brand that’s just a touch too cheap or cheaply made, and your feet will let you know about it.

But some brands manage to do what others can’t, using luxury-level materials and expert craftsmanship without cutting corners — price-wise, those savings are passed on to you, my good friend. Or at least, that’s the way it goes at Beckett Simonon, a brand I’ve had the pleasure of wearing across the years (as past Beckett Simonon reviews will let you know).

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If you’ve been curious about the company, which makes everything from sporty, luxe trainer sneakers to sleek wingtip dress boots, Chelsea boots and captoe dress shoes, the opportunity might be ripe to take a pair or two for a spin. In fact, make it two pairs: Right now, the Beckett Simonon Fourth of July Sale gives you the chance to score two pairs of shoes for $359, a 25 percent discount compared to a normal duo of the company’s carefully crafted, small-batch shoes.

So, whether you need a pair of handsome loafers for your next summer wedding, monk strap shoes to stand out in style in the boardroom, or leather lace-up dress shoes for an occasion in between, the Beckett Simonon Fourth of July Sale delivers the goods in expertly sourced and crafted fashion.

There are even thick-soled derby shoes, luxe horsebit loafers, sturdy wingtip dress shoes and just about anything else your heart might desire — and again, it’s all for the taking through July 9th at Beckett Simonon, with savings of 25 percent.

Beckett Simonon shoes, at least in my experience, are relatively supple and easy to wear right out of the box, although some break-in time might be required based on the model you select.

Its dress boots are sturdy underfoot and cleanly crafted, at least given my experience with the brand, while its sneakers offer substantial support underfoot — and of course, you can find out all this for yourself if you shop the Beckett Simonon Fourth of July Sale.

Whatever your style rotation might need now, consider it sorted out in fine fashion with this stylish men’s shoe deal, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The GREATS Royale 2.0 Are Some of the Best Leather Sneakers for Men to Buy Now – Bet On It

If you’ve been keeping up with the thoughtfully curated pages of this Brooklyn style blog, perhaps you’ve noticed that we’re all about lacing up some of the best sneakers for summer these days. They’re a crucial component of any guy’s footwear rotation, ready for looks that are both casual & laidback as well slightly more crisp and business casual — if you secure the right pair of the best sneakers for men, that is.

And given my time in Brooklyn across the past dozen or so years, it’s only fitting that it’s a New York City brand (Brooklyn’s own GREATS!) that should catch your eye for the first time — or as a repeat customer.

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The men’s and women’s sneaker and shoe company is one of the more buzzed-about affordable men’s sneaker brands across the past decade-plus, and a brand that’s doing things better than ever with the evolution of the GREATS Royale 2.0.

Of course, if you’ve kept up with the blog, you know GREATS has a knack for expertly crafting styles both on-trend and more classic, like the court sneaker style cues of the original GREATS Royale. And yet, better fabrication and construction makes all the difference, to the tune of more than 300,000-plus pairs of the GREATS Royale sold (yes, it’s true!).

The company even goes so far as to call one of its flagship models “the epitome of effortless cool,” and that’s a hard seniment to argue with — these are fresh and minimal while also proving eye-catching and stylish in their way, especially in a sleek shade of all-white premium leather.

And with handmade craftsmanship hailing from Portugal, it’s certainly worth noting that the GREATS Royale 2.0 are as much of a steal as the original style. But wait, there’s more! In fact, some pairs of the GREATS Royale 2.0 are marked down by as much as 40 percent right now at the company, these fresh kicks could change the way you get dressed this summer.

You can find the GREATS Royale 2.0 in 14 classic and limited-edition color combinations (try the Burnished Cuoio shade or Navy for a look that’s both dressy and on-trend), and each pair is outfitted with the same signature GREATS outsole plus tack stitching for contrast and durability.

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The GREATS Royale 2.0 are also built with a leather-lined removable footbed designed to mold to your foot and offer support and cushioning over time — that’s critical no matter whether you wear your new favorite sneakers with stretch chino shorts and a pocket tee, or with a light blue chambray shirt and olive linen trousers for a high-low mash-up of business casual style.

The next time the occasion calls for you to lace up a pair of fresh kicks, you’ve got an ace up your sleeve with the GREATS Royale 2.0 — they’re back and better than ever.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These LUCA Canvas Sneakers from Huckberry are an Instant Summer Classic

Best canvas sneakers for men.

There’s certainly a wide world out there as you scour the market for the best men’s shoes and indeed, the best men’s sneakers to keep you light on your feet with style in mind this summer.

The more thought you put into your footwear rotation, from crisp leather loafers to light and breezy suede chukka boots and yes, the canvas sneakers shown above, the more you’ll be covered, literally, for just about any style scenario imaginable through the high heat of summer.

Of course, you can find just about anything you need at Huckberry as far as the best shoes for men are concerned, period, but let’s take a closer look at something easygoing, easy to wear and eternally stylish: Yes, the humble canvas sneaker puts in the hours, and this time, it’s got some new specs and a new design outlook via in-house footwear brand LUCA at Huckberry.

The brand looks to perfect smart casual footwear, blending gum rubber outsoles and sustainable suede and leather uppers with the likes of Chelsea boot, chukka boot and laidback sneaker construction, and the LUCA Canvas Sneakers are the latest entry to join your lineup of footwear so casually cool and stylish, you won’t even have to think twice about lacing ’em up.

Canvas sneakers boast more laidback style than ultra-crisp white leather sneakers, along with more durability — you can scuff ’em up just a touch without worry, and that goes for everything from boardwalk strolls to weekend coffee outings and dive bar beers once the blazing sun sets.

The LUCA Canvas Sneakers are crafted from organic cotton canvas, with a flexible yet sturdy rubber outsole and Strobel construction, encouraging what the brand calls “lighter and more flexible wear” — consider me impressed, and certainly looking to lace up a fresh pair of kicks from Huckberry and LUCA.

Better still is the fact that the design of the LUCA Canvas Sneakers is simple, clean and minimal. Pair up your new favorite canvas sneakers with everything from olive chino shorts and a grey polo to a camp-collar shirt and stretch chinos, or else go ultra-casual with a short-sleeve henley and classic light wash jeans.

As with other Huckberry summer style essentials, you needn’t overthink how to wear the LUCA Canvas Sneakers — they’re as essential and yet laidback as it gets, as ready for a summer BBQ as a coastal road trip. A pair of stylish men’s shoes like the LUCA Canvas Sneakers are to be treasured and yet worn often, through all of your favorite seasonal pursuits. Lace these up accordingly, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Amberjack Is Crafting Some of the Best Men’s Sneakers with Plenty of Comfort

As we so often say here at The Style Guide, a guy’s footwear rotation needs options, and the more comfortable and yet stylish, the better. In the same way your prized leather dress shoes fit the bill for the 9-to-5 grind and leather lace-up boots put in the work in the fall and winter — from the distillery to a rock concert and back — you should keep a pair of the best leather sneakers for men close at hand as the weather warms up.

It’s simple enough on the surface, but that balance of comfort and style can be tricky, at times — leave it to Amberjack to deliver a fresh pair of stylish men’s sneakers with all the support and rebound you need.

That brings us to the Amberjack Atlas Sneakers, a recent introduction from the dress shoe brand that notes it makes the “world’s most comfortable dress shoes.” How do these sneakers stack up in the brand’s quickly growing lineup? Let’s take a look and find out.

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For weddings, for press trips and for formal work events, in my experience, I’ve found that Amberjack does indeed live up to that promise, using athletic sneaker technology blended into dress that look much more like dress shoes than hybrid dress shoe-sneakers (although Amberjack also makes a sizable number of those types of shoes, too).

The same goes for the brand’s handsome, stylish men’s chukka boots, but as the thermostat climbs, lightweight sneakers are optimal for pairing with light wash jeans, chino shorts and a bit of everything in between. The Amberjack Atlas Sneakers carry on that same modern legacy of comfort and style, using a natural full-grain leather upper paired with a breathable FLEXKNIT lining, solving another problem sometimes common among men’s leather sneakers.

The same technical specs as other Amberjack men’s shoes, like a heat-activated insole and an athletic-inspired outsole, lend rebound and support to the Amberjack Atlas Sneakers, which also come in visually appealing Walnut Suede, plus Black or Navy Nubuck, in addition to the crisp white, full-grain leather upper shown above.

For maximum versatility as you rock your Amberjack Atlas Sneakers, the best move might be a clean white pair, whether paired with olive chinos and a dark navy polo or with a pocket tee and stretch chino shorts.

Through it all, I’d wager you can count on the Amberjack Atlas Sneakers to deliver the company’s signature fusion of athletic-minded support and classic-meets-modern good looks. As Amberjack notes, the company designed these shoes to “feel even better than they look,” and if you ask me, that’s an enticing prospect for spring and summer style moves aplenty. Lace ’em up and get ready to feel as much comfort and support as style, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Astorflex Surflex Cupsole Shoes – An Easygoing Spring and Summer Footwear Move

Sometimes, the easiest style solutions are right in front of your face — or your feet, in the case of the best sneakers for men. There are times where sleek loafers suffice, there are times when trail-ready hiking sandals are the way to go, and there are opportunities where white leather sneakers are going to deliver in fine form. Of course, you can find all of ’em at Huckberry, which is what brings us here today.

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And then there are those in-between times when the style solution as far as the best men’s sneakers are concerned is to go with something more easygoing — a slip-on sneaker that has elements of most of the sneakers mentioned above, with the casual ease to pair with a camp collar shirt and stretch chino shorts, or else a crisp, breezy polo and linen trousers.

And thanks to my good friends at Huckberry, your new casual footwear style solution awaits — the hybrid Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers, with BBQ-ready style and the comfort to take you into and through the weekend. Ideally, you’ve heard of the family-owned footwear producers at Astorflex over the years reading this blog, with a focus on sustainably sourced rubber and aged suede and leather for supple style and comfort — these stylish men’s slip-on sneakers certainly fit their billing, at least in my experience.

The key with the Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers (which come in two shades of handsome suede and an eye-catching Nubuck option) is the cupsole sneaker outsole and memory foam footbed, one covered in leather for comfort right out of the box.

The crepe cup sole delivers support, rebound and comfort, and these fresh kicks are handmade in northern Italy for the ultimate in stylish, responsible construction. They’re also unlined for added comfort from the moment you first slide into ’em (which I would imagine to be right when you unbox ’em from my good friends at Huckberry!).

Best men's slip-on sneakers.

Helpfully, the Chestnut Nubuck leather option of the Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers will start to develop its own patina over time, something I always appreciate when it comes to the best sneakers for the men. And the earthy suede varieties of the Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers should pair as reliably with olive chinos as with light wash jeans and a lightweight pocket tee. Expert, versatile summer style that hits the right marks awaits: All you need to do is embrace the style solution that is easygoing-yet-highly-wearable slip-on sneakers.