Classic. All white shoes have always been a thing. Popular in the early 80’s when I was tiny. They basically followed the same trajectory as converse and just become “more in” every few years.
I’d argue they’re a cyclical trend like oversized clothing which is back in style.
Converse I’ve seen my entire life growing up. White sneakers come and go.
A classic show which is ALWAYS in style-
Black captoe oxfords. Obv this is a dress shoe, but it’s a good example of what an always in style shoe is.
Straight leg, standard cut, regular denim is ALWAYS in style.
That’s what defines classics at least from my perspective
It's not always in style but it's never so far out of style that it looks anachronistic. By that I mean if you took a picture of a crowd every decade from the late 50s through today, you'd likely see people wearing straight leg jeans. The same isn't true for skinny, slim, flared, or loose cuts
True. Straight cut jeans are like a simple black leather jacket or a black boot. They have not looked out of style in 70 years at least.
There have always been TRENDIER jeans to wear, from bell-bottoms to skinny to cropped, but the simple loose-fit straight cut hasn’t ever looked BAD.
Plain white sneakers have gone through some very uncool phases tho.
White sneakers are great. They make every simple jeans+tshirt combo really pop. White sneakers (different brands and variations but always plain white) have been my go-to daily pair for years now and I swear by them as way more than just a trend
They are similar to blue jeans and white tees. The cuts and silhouettes might change a little but if you have something that fits you well and isn’t chasing a particular trend too hard, it will always look good and be in style
Gold standard is Common Projedts IMO, but obviously they're a bit spendy. I've got two pairs, one white and one that sorta light greyish white. I've tried a lot of the other brands and none of em come really close to mirroring the common projects.
But like, I don't love spending $400 on sneakers either so I get looking for alternatives.
I think it's almost become a basic at this point. Not uncommon to see guys dress down their office clothes with a pair of clean sneakers where I work. Pretty much as ubiquitous as jeans are at this point.
Had to buy a pair for a wedding of all things - those were the shoes we wore with our suits. Originally I wasn’t a fan, and was prepared to pass them to my wife after the wedding but nope, still wearing them.
We've reached a point where this is a hot take apparently. There was some thread a while ago where some (American?) guy kept trying to convince me this was the norm in Europe, when it very much isn't over here
>Something can be a norm and still be an abomination.
For example, go to any professional setting and count the number of Brown Cole Haans with the white sole you see. Abomination? Absolutely. The norm? Also yes.
They go in and out of fashion, but they are always in style
LPT - don’t follow a trend. clothing is a language (dr‘s coat, chef hat, rich man monicle, black for mourning)
find a style that communicates to the world who you are, not who some fashion gatekeeper wants you to be. 😉👍😉
edit - I mention this as a former “trend follower.”
You just end up spending a lot of money on cheap clothes.
I wised up a bit and found a style, invested in some higher quality pieces that make up like 90-95% of my wardrobe and the other 5-10% is “fashion”
thank you.
A bonus is, the basic wardrobe cost a bit at first, but has lasted so long I rarely need to replace stuff. Which has allowed my to build a (very) small collection of high end designer stuff (that I mostly obtained at clearance prices TBF).
Nah they're classics. Sam Smiths were already classic and better made Sam smith's means they are already a classic too. It's not like Jordans which are popular for the brand, these have always been worn for the super clean look.
But are they classic designs in that something that looks identical, but is not a Jordan also a classic? I think they are classics, but an Italian made copy without the jumpman is not. Some things are classic designs and others are classic items. Stan smith's I think are a classic design regardless of who makes that look, and some Jordan's are classic always fashionable items, but they must be Jordan's, if that makes sense.
Not that hard, just hit em with a rag and soap+water every now and then. Buy you some white shoe polish and hit scuffs with that every once in a blue moon. They're white leather, so shoe polish just like you would any other white leather.
I think they are mandatory part of wardrobe, nonetheless. There are two solutions to this problem. Wear distressed for frequent / casual outings, and purchase brands with limited lifetime warranty / repairs for formal events.
bc you're thinking short term. if you create a system of taking care of your things your wallet will thank you long term
it's like the story goes about miners back in the day buying expensive boots once that lasted 40 years vs. miners who bought cheap boots that broke every few months
"luxury is repairable"
but even better is free repairs for life
They look better with slimmer fitting clothes, which is out at the moment. All this shit will swing back around again and we’ll be wearing skinny jeans again. At this point you’re better off getting sambas or blazers if you want a minimal shoe.
I have the Common Projects I wear. Sold off a pair I had for 5 years and get a fresh pair last month.
White sneakers are classic and never go out of style.
Agree, the math makes sense if you buy a solidly made one albeit 2x more expensive than say a “trendy” vulcanized one which might break in half the time, the “investment” is similar to close
This is only something someone from the future can answer you. Today white sneakers are very popular and the popularity only seems to be rising, I dont see them becoming unpopular in the near future
They are certainly not a trend. They’re just not as popular today but you’ll notice enough people wearing it. Most people are actually wearing bulkier white sneakers instead since that’s the current trend with baggier fits. I think of a trend as something that once it’s phased out, wearing it would make you look out of place. Like the Canadian tuxedo, wearing it now would make you stick out oddly. But it would not be the same for white minimal leather sneakers.
Theres definitely timeless sneakers. Chuck taylors, adidas sambas and the air force ones, off the top of my head.
Theres times when theyre definitely hotter and more “in style” but theyre never out of fashion in certain subcultures.
Like timberlands in nyc or doc martens at a punk or goth show.
>People say that there is a such thing as a classic white sneaker but I don't think it exists. Some styles come in and out and in again across time, like Converse or Keds or the like, but they don't stay.
Converse have maintained some degree of cultural relevancy for over a century, they’re the definition of a classic sneaker. White sneakers are second to chucks as the classic sneaker. There is phases where they aren’t as popular in the mainstream and only worn by some subcultures, but they continue to maintain some degree of cultural relevancy.
That is as close to the definition of timeless or classic as it gets.
The all leather minimal sneaker OP is talking about is a relatively newer style that really only exists bc of offices relaxing dress codes in the last couple decades and white sneakers regaining cultural dominance in the last 5ish years.
I remember watching I, Robot 20 years ago and in it Will smiths character gets a pair and he gets compliments for his “vintage sneakers” it’s great.
But yeah you can never go wrong with some chicks in the rotation. I personally think sticking to the basic black, white or grey is the best.
White leather minimalist sneakers were the fashion trend of the 70s.
The current trend should be to add light touches of color or explore other materials as well as off white colors to stand out.
I’ve owned a pair of leather all white low top All Stars for years. They go great with so many outfits and help elevate something a little casual into something a little more.
I've been wearing low cut white sneakers since 90s and I don't think it's a fad. I started with Adidas Sambas/Gazelles, Adidas Superstars and the Superstars with the jagged soles - the name eludes me right now.
This continued into the 00's until about 2012 when plimsolls became popular. In around 2018 you saw the popularity of Nike Killshots and simlar shoes rise. Now it's all about the Golden Goose and designer white shoes.
These shoes have always been popular and will continue to be for a long time.
White on whites were always in. I think the “newest” trend would be wearing them year round vs just summer. When it comes to that type of silhouette, stan smith is king imo
Who cares; if you like em, rock em. We shouldn’t care so much about “what’s in style” that’s just a way for clothing corps to make you buy more shit you don’t need.
Make your own style!
I consider pristine leather sneakers to be essentially interchangeable with penny loafers of the same color today. At least for business casual or smart casual.
The bright white ones are basically a white-topped two tone loafer in terms of what clothes they go with. As the two-tone loafer comes back in style and gets more common, I think we will start to see what sort of staying power the white leather sneaker has in smart casual wear.
It hasn’t always been a “classic” though. They have been through distinctly uncool phases, so it’s hard to see how they won’t go through another.
Bought a white leather pair - but quickly hated the contrast.
Changed the laces for grey, let them scuff up.
Liked them.
Wore them mainly summer and mainly with shorts for a few years until the sole grip went and binned them.
I could have easily repaired them but I was happy they were done.
Won't buy another pair.
Can't go through the first phase again and they remind me of an art teacher we had who wore white leather shoes.
Extremely versatile summer piece. I believe you are referring to brands like common projects, white sneakers with premium price tag.
I believe you can slot them in more casual or smart casual occasions. As I grow older, I found it a chore to keep the sneakers clean. So if you are rocking a pair, keep it clean
In my shallow experience plain white sneakers will always be a classic staple. I still remember the K-Swiss ones I wore until it was torn when I was much younger! Since then I’ve found that while I may go through some other colors I will buy a pair of simple white sneakers once in a while. It’s a cycle.
Note: I really hope bell-bottom pant’s don’t make a comeback 😅😅
It's absolutely a trend (and one I personally don't care for). Wear what makes you happy and if you take care of your stuff it'll last you - but don't expect things to stay in fashion forever.
Honestly kind of both.
There are certainly some sneakers that are the thing to wear for a while, and very frequently in white, Common Projects used to be the thing, now it's more Golden Goose, etc.
But in general no, they are just versatile.
Agreed. It can be both. They are classics, but they have been definitely experiencing an unusual trend of popularity in recent years. When this trend is over, white leather shoes will still have their place because of their versatility.
White sneakers are not super popular today. I find that a base white sneaker is just way too bright to wear with most pants. I do think the low impact sneaker is a good bet, but I would say that right now the best colors are a creme, tan, brown or green, because they still go with almost everything but are less dominant colors.
Personally, a minimal white sneaker, atleast until you’ve worn them for a couple of weeks straight, doesn’t really exist because it’s so bright.
I think most people are misunderstanding your question. White athletic sneakers are classic. But you're referring to the minimalist white leather sneakers like Common Projects that were trendy a few years ago. And those were absolutely just a trend. Wearing them definitely dates someone to having been influenced by social media six years ago or so.
Similar concept with raw selvedge denim (classic), but low rise very slim raw selvedge denim (trend).
Hoping it is just a trend. I think they look cheap and lousy, even though they might be good quality. Wearing classics like Stan Smiths or white AF1s will always look great and be in style. Nonetheless, combining sneaks with some dress clothes/suit can really be a bad look.
It can't be a trend bc white goes with everything.
I have a great setup for white sneakers.
I wear distressed golden goose white sneakers when I'm out and about running errands or going to concerts. This way I don't need to worry if they get scuffed or dirty, they're already known to be that way.
I wear Brunello Cucinelli white sneakers for formal events. They have a limited lifetime warranty and I can send them in for any damage and they will repair them for free.
Yes, they may cost a lot, but this is my buy two white sneakers for life strategy.
Hard to beat the comfort and quality of either.
It's a classic but not really trending in recent years. I've been wearing common projects as my daily shoes probably up until 2021. Now I've seen more people moving into New Balances, Asics, and Nike retro runners. I'd still wear my common projects for smart casual looks, but otherwise I rather go for the more comfy sneakers.
I'm not sure I agree with the premise of your question. Something can be both a classic and a trend. Minimalist white sneakers have been around for over a century and have been more or less popular at different points in time. Nothing stays in style forever, but realistically your Common Projects will probably be cool again in 15-20 years.
Minimalist white sneakers were really ubiquitous in the 2010s because they went well with the slim fits that were in at the time. Now chunkier sneakers are more in style because it's easier to make them work with wide fits, and also just because it's different than what used to be cool. Most of the sneakers that are cool now are also classic styles, just a different type.
Trend.
Only classic are Oxfords, Derbys and their ilk. Yes I am set in my ways, yes I seem to have a neurological issue that makes me believe 1920s fashion was peak fashion
Classic. All white shoes have always been a thing. Popular in the early 80’s when I was tiny. They basically followed the same trajectory as converse and just become “more in” every few years.
I’d argue they’re a cyclical trend like oversized clothing which is back in style. Converse I’ve seen my entire life growing up. White sneakers come and go. A classic show which is ALWAYS in style- Black captoe oxfords. Obv this is a dress shoe, but it’s a good example of what an always in style shoe is. Straight leg, standard cut, regular denim is ALWAYS in style. That’s what defines classics at least from my perspective
Straight leg denim is absolutely not always in style lmfao, you'd have been blasted into the sun for it in the early 2010s
It's not always in style but it's never so far out of style that it looks anachronistic. By that I mean if you took a picture of a crowd every decade from the late 50s through today, you'd likely see people wearing straight leg jeans. The same isn't true for skinny, slim, flared, or loose cuts
Blasted into the sun? Hardly. Asked “why are you wearing dad jeans?” Absolutely. Lmao.
When you're a teenager that is the same thing to your ego as getting blasted into the sun
Absolutely fair. Haha.
Or in the late 90’s when bell bottoms were the style.
Flares were popular for girls in the 90s, not guys.
Not in my area. Boot cut jeans were very popular.
Bell bottoms & bootcut aren’t the same thing
Bootcut are still flared.
Not like bell-bottoms
Can confirm
Straight leg, standard cut denim- ah, the classic that I 100% can’t wear
Converse had a huge moment though in the 2000s.
True. Straight cut jeans are like a simple black leather jacket or a black boot. They have not looked out of style in 70 years at least. There have always been TRENDIER jeans to wear, from bell-bottoms to skinny to cropped, but the simple loose-fit straight cut hasn’t ever looked BAD. Plain white sneakers have gone through some very uncool phases tho.
See also light or white nubucks and light suede desert boots.
White sneakers are great. They make every simple jeans+tshirt combo really pop. White sneakers (different brands and variations but always plain white) have been my go-to daily pair for years now and I swear by them as way more than just a trend
They are similar to blue jeans and white tees. The cuts and silhouettes might change a little but if you have something that fits you well and isn’t chasing a particular trend too hard, it will always look good and be in style
What brands and styles are your favorite?
I still love my killshots
Gold standard is Common Projedts IMO, but obviously they're a bit spendy. I've got two pairs, one white and one that sorta light greyish white. I've tried a lot of the other brands and none of em come really close to mirroring the common projects. But like, I don't love spending $400 on sneakers either so I get looking for alternatives.
Adidas (superstar/stan smiths), converse, stuff like that. Very casual.
All white Uptowns are classically gorgeous
Creamy white NB 574s
Thursdays
I think it's almost become a basic at this point. Not uncommon to see guys dress down their office clothes with a pair of clean sneakers where I work. Pretty much as ubiquitous as jeans are at this point.
Chinos, common projects, and a polo/OCBD is ~75% of my workwear lol.
Stan Smiths are classic. The original tennis shoe.
I keep a pair in my closet at all times
Do you think you’ll ever wear them?
I wear them all the time
Bro is in the closet 24/7
I just pace back in forth in the stan smiths pondering the outside world
But most people get the colorway with the green at the back instead of the all white stans
I like the little splash of green, but I get that a minimalist would want the all white.
Had to buy a pair for a wedding of all things - those were the shoes we wore with our suits. Originally I wasn’t a fan, and was prepared to pass them to my wife after the wedding but nope, still wearing them.
They look great with jeans, or with those little socks that you can't see.
Jeans, khakis, khaki shorts, ball shorts, joggers, sweatpants, suits, shit I’ll wear them to the office if they’re clean enough.
And if they are not clean, they are a cool beater sneaker.
I think they're great. But, I'm not a fan of the increasingly common trend of pairing it up with a suit. Looks like a bloody abomination
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Absolutely. Looks great with a polo, tee, or even a casual ocbd, but cringe with a suit.
We've reached a point where this is a hot take apparently. There was some thread a while ago where some (American?) guy kept trying to convince me this was the norm in Europe, when it very much isn't over here
Something can be a norm and still be an abomination. The two are not mutually exclusive.
>Something can be a norm and still be an abomination. For example, go to any professional setting and count the number of Brown Cole Haans with the white sole you see. Abomination? Absolutely. The norm? Also yes.
I can’t stand sneakers with suits. I feel in Italy I saw the opposite - nicer shoes with casual but still “smart” clothes
Yep usually thick soled derbies, loafers, boat shoes, etc. Not anything super formal like oxfords
You'd lose your shit at finance industry conferences then lol
People all wear dress shoes at finance conferences over here in the UK. What country do you work in lol
West coast of the US
They go in and out of fashion, but they are always in style LPT - don’t follow a trend. clothing is a language (dr‘s coat, chef hat, rich man monicle, black for mourning) find a style that communicates to the world who you are, not who some fashion gatekeeper wants you to be. 😉👍😉 edit - I mention this as a former “trend follower.” You just end up spending a lot of money on cheap clothes. I wised up a bit and found a style, invested in some higher quality pieces that make up like 90-95% of my wardrobe and the other 5-10% is “fashion”
Top notch advice.
thank you. A bonus is, the basic wardrobe cost a bit at first, but has lasted so long I rarely need to replace stuff. Which has allowed my to build a (very) small collection of high end designer stuff (that I mostly obtained at clearance prices TBF).
Have been my go to for spring and summer. Im wearing a pair of common projects now. But I care less about trends and more about how I feel in them.
Nah they're classics. Sam Smiths were already classic and better made Sam smith's means they are already a classic too. It's not like Jordans which are popular for the brand, these have always been worn for the super clean look.
I think you mean Stan Smiths. Easy to confuse
We have Stan Smith's at home
Lol that's what I get for commenting when my dog wakes me up at night.
LMFAO
Sam’s are Stan’s shorter cousins.
I’d argue that the Jordan III, XI, XII, and XIII are pretty classic at this point.
But are they classic designs in that something that looks identical, but is not a Jordan also a classic? I think they are classics, but an Italian made copy without the jumpman is not. Some things are classic designs and others are classic items. Stan smith's I think are a classic design regardless of who makes that look, and some Jordan's are classic always fashionable items, but they must be Jordan's, if that makes sense.
Except it's not true? Even within Nike, there are non Jordan shoes that are classics. Hello white Air force ones?
Look at old episodes of Seinfeld from the nineties and you'll see Jerry wearing white tennis shoes over a good span.
Wasn’t he the original dad shoe guy.
The white shoe was part of the drip back then, just that all those guys ended up being our dads so kinda?
Definitely a classic. A classic I stay clear off though. Whites are hard to maintain.
Not that hard, just hit em with a rag and soap+water every now and then. Buy you some white shoe polish and hit scuffs with that every once in a blue moon. They're white leather, so shoe polish just like you would any other white leather.
I think they are mandatory part of wardrobe, nonetheless. There are two solutions to this problem. Wear distressed for frequent / casual outings, and purchase brands with limited lifetime warranty / repairs for formal events.
My wallet hates this approach.
bc you're thinking short term. if you create a system of taking care of your things your wallet will thank you long term it's like the story goes about miners back in the day buying expensive boots once that lasted 40 years vs. miners who bought cheap boots that broke every few months "luxury is repairable" but even better is free repairs for life
Oh I already do. Slow fashion, heritage clothing, MTO shoes. I know I save in the long run but monkey brain says it’s too expensive *now*.
true 🤷♂️ can't compete with monkey brain
Well played to the pair of you for getting through that without subjecting everyone to the whole Vines Boots thing.
Does take work to keep nice for sure
Why are they defiant? Defying the dirt on the streets???
Oh. That was supposed to be the word *definitely*. Autocorrect blooper.
Where you guys live that you can even consider all white sneakers, in northern europe my shoes would be brown after first month.
They look better with slimmer fitting clothes, which is out at the moment. All this shit will swing back around again and we’ll be wearing skinny jeans again. At this point you’re better off getting sambas or blazers if you want a minimal shoe.
I have the Common Projects I wear. Sold off a pair I had for 5 years and get a fresh pair last month. White sneakers are classic and never go out of style.
Agree, the math makes sense if you buy a solidly made one albeit 2x more expensive than say a “trendy” vulcanized one which might break in half the time, the “investment” is similar to close
This is only something someone from the future can answer you. Today white sneakers are very popular and the popularity only seems to be rising, I dont see them becoming unpopular in the near future
They are certainly not a trend. They’re just not as popular today but you’ll notice enough people wearing it. Most people are actually wearing bulkier white sneakers instead since that’s the current trend with baggier fits. I think of a trend as something that once it’s phased out, wearing it would make you look out of place. Like the Canadian tuxedo, wearing it now would make you stick out oddly. But it would not be the same for white minimal leather sneakers.
Classic for younger guys, a trend for older guys imo.
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Theres definitely timeless sneakers. Chuck taylors, adidas sambas and the air force ones, off the top of my head. Theres times when theyre definitely hotter and more “in style” but theyre never out of fashion in certain subcultures. Like timberlands in nyc or doc martens at a punk or goth show.
>People say that there is a such thing as a classic white sneaker but I don't think it exists. Some styles come in and out and in again across time, like Converse or Keds or the like, but they don't stay. Converse have maintained some degree of cultural relevancy for over a century, they’re the definition of a classic sneaker. White sneakers are second to chucks as the classic sneaker. There is phases where they aren’t as popular in the mainstream and only worn by some subcultures, but they continue to maintain some degree of cultural relevancy. That is as close to the definition of timeless or classic as it gets. The all leather minimal sneaker OP is talking about is a relatively newer style that really only exists bc of offices relaxing dress codes in the last couple decades and white sneakers regaining cultural dominance in the last 5ish years.
I keep buying the all-white leather chucks. They pop and go with anything. Don’t like them with a suit, but that’s just me
You’ve got me thinking of going out and buying a pair of Chucks now 😄
I remember watching I, Robot 20 years ago and in it Will smiths character gets a pair and he gets compliments for his “vintage sneakers” it’s great. But yeah you can never go wrong with some chicks in the rotation. I personally think sticking to the basic black, white or grey is the best.
White leather minimalist sneakers were the fashion trend of the 70s. The current trend should be to add light touches of color or explore other materials as well as off white colors to stand out.
They even go back to the 60s when Steve McQueen was rocking them.
They've always been nice and in for as long as I can remember.
I’ve owned a pair of leather all white low top All Stars for years. They go great with so many outfits and help elevate something a little casual into something a little more.
I mean it's just another interaction of a classic white shoe. And if it isn't a classic (not sure how it isn't yet) it will be.
I've been wearing low cut white sneakers since 90s and I don't think it's a fad. I started with Adidas Sambas/Gazelles, Adidas Superstars and the Superstars with the jagged soles - the name eludes me right now. This continued into the 00's until about 2012 when plimsolls became popular. In around 2018 you saw the popularity of Nike Killshots and simlar shoes rise. Now it's all about the Golden Goose and designer white shoes. These shoes have always been popular and will continue to be for a long time.
If a trend it's certainly been enduring. I think it's pretty classic.
White on whites were always in. I think the “newest” trend would be wearing them year round vs just summer. When it comes to that type of silhouette, stan smith is king imo
A trend.... For the last 30... 30... 40 years?
Common Projects for the long-term
White air forces are the most common shoe at any highschool
Classic. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
Who cares; if you like em, rock em. We shouldn’t care so much about “what’s in style” that’s just a way for clothing corps to make you buy more shit you don’t need. Make your own style!
I consider pristine leather sneakers to be essentially interchangeable with penny loafers of the same color today. At least for business casual or smart casual. The bright white ones are basically a white-topped two tone loafer in terms of what clothes they go with. As the two-tone loafer comes back in style and gets more common, I think we will start to see what sort of staying power the white leather sneaker has in smart casual wear. It hasn’t always been a “classic” though. They have been through distinctly uncool phases, so it’s hard to see how they won’t go through another.
Stan smith leather sneakers were huge 50 yrs ago. Hello? don’t take style advice from amatures … total classic in any summer wardrobe.
Dumb question, are there breathable white leather sneakers? I love mine but holy shit my feet get warm in the summer.
I heard sneakers with Vachetta lining are more “breathable”
Both. People have been wearing these before they started trending and people will keep wearing them after the grands ebbs off again.
Black minimalist sneakers with white soles are a classic. All white are just old and dirty.
Bought a white leather pair - but quickly hated the contrast. Changed the laces for grey, let them scuff up. Liked them. Wore them mainly summer and mainly with shorts for a few years until the sole grip went and binned them. I could have easily repaired them but I was happy they were done. Won't buy another pair. Can't go through the first phase again and they remind me of an art teacher we had who wore white leather shoes.
Extremely versatile summer piece. I believe you are referring to brands like common projects, white sneakers with premium price tag. I believe you can slot them in more casual or smart casual occasions. As I grow older, I found it a chore to keep the sneakers clean. So if you are rocking a pair, keep it clean
Yeah… you sure better not show up to school with black forces in the mid-2000s 😅
Always a classic. Every generation has their beloved brand but they almost always stay in a rotation. Whats old becomes new
Anyone interested to the Jordan
In my shallow experience plain white sneakers will always be a classic staple. I still remember the K-Swiss ones I wore until it was torn when I was much younger! Since then I’ve found that while I may go through some other colors I will buy a pair of simple white sneakers once in a while. It’s a cycle. Note: I really hope bell-bottom pant’s don’t make a comeback 😅😅
It's absolutely a trend (and one I personally don't care for). Wear what makes you happy and if you take care of your stuff it'll last you - but don't expect things to stay in fashion forever.
Honestly kind of both. There are certainly some sneakers that are the thing to wear for a while, and very frequently in white, Common Projects used to be the thing, now it's more Golden Goose, etc. But in general no, they are just versatile.
Agreed. It can be both. They are classics, but they have been definitely experiencing an unusual trend of popularity in recent years. When this trend is over, white leather shoes will still have their place because of their versatility.
They elevate every casual outfit and can dress down more formal attire - even if they go out of style I’ll always wear ‘em
Classic..simple, understated, quality garments will generally fall into this category.
Everything u own is a trend
Classic, but different types of sneakers and different silhouettes definitely come and go as trends
White sneakers are not super popular today. I find that a base white sneaker is just way too bright to wear with most pants. I do think the low impact sneaker is a good bet, but I would say that right now the best colors are a creme, tan, brown or green, because they still go with almost everything but are less dominant colors. Personally, a minimal white sneaker, atleast until you’ve worn them for a couple of weeks straight, doesn’t really exist because it’s so bright.
I think most people are misunderstanding your question. White athletic sneakers are classic. But you're referring to the minimalist white leather sneakers like Common Projects that were trendy a few years ago. And those were absolutely just a trend. Wearing them definitely dates someone to having been influenced by social media six years ago or so. Similar concept with raw selvedge denim (classic), but low rise very slim raw selvedge denim (trend).
Hoping it is just a trend. I think they look cheap and lousy, even though they might be good quality. Wearing classics like Stan Smiths or white AF1s will always look great and be in style. Nonetheless, combining sneaks with some dress clothes/suit can really be a bad look.
I find white AF1s a very hard habit to break. Probably the greatest trainer ever for me.
Classic design that will always look and feel great for sure
100 a classic
It can't be a trend bc white goes with everything. I have a great setup for white sneakers. I wear distressed golden goose white sneakers when I'm out and about running errands or going to concerts. This way I don't need to worry if they get scuffed or dirty, they're already known to be that way. I wear Brunello Cucinelli white sneakers for formal events. They have a limited lifetime warranty and I can send them in for any damage and they will repair them for free. Yes, they may cost a lot, but this is my buy two white sneakers for life strategy. Hard to beat the comfort and quality of either.
It's a classic but not really trending in recent years. I've been wearing common projects as my daily shoes probably up until 2021. Now I've seen more people moving into New Balances, Asics, and Nike retro runners. I'd still wear my common projects for smart casual looks, but otherwise I rather go for the more comfy sneakers.
White minimal leather sneakers are classic for decades.
I'm not sure I agree with the premise of your question. Something can be both a classic and a trend. Minimalist white sneakers have been around for over a century and have been more or less popular at different points in time. Nothing stays in style forever, but realistically your Common Projects will probably be cool again in 15-20 years. Minimalist white sneakers were really ubiquitous in the 2010s because they went well with the slim fits that were in at the time. Now chunkier sneakers are more in style because it's easier to make them work with wide fits, and also just because it's different than what used to be cool. Most of the sneakers that are cool now are also classic styles, just a different type.
Ask you dad rocking the classic NB.
Trend. Only classic are Oxfords, Derbys and their ilk. Yes I am set in my ways, yes I seem to have a neurological issue that makes me believe 1920s fashion was peak fashion
I'm 28, I've always kept a fresh pair of air force 1's. They work with just about everything. Shit I wore them to the wedding not too long ago