Minimalist luxury sneakers defining the category - signature gold serial numbers
Common Projects creates refined luxury footwear with a tailored approach, using fine Italian materials and expert craftsmanship. Founded in 2004 by Prathan Poopat and Flavio Girolami, the brand eschews loud logos for understated elegance, letting premium materials and construction speak for themselves. Their signature gold-stamped serial numbers serve as the only visible branding.
Signature$480
The iconic cult-favorite sneaker crafted from white Italian calfskin with gold-stamped serial numbers and Margom rubber outsole. Made in Italy.
Signature$425
Classic Achilles silhouette in timeless black leather. Features the brand's signature gold foil serial number and handmade Italian construction.
Signature$447
Basketball-inspired low-top with perforated toe box, padded collar, and smooth leather construction. A sportier take on minimal luxury.
Signature$486
Heritage-inspired sneaker with contrasting heel tab and classic court shoe silhouette. White leather with subtle archival details.
$626
Minimalist Chelsea boot with elastic side panels and sleek leather construction. Features gold serial numbers at the heel.
$505
Tennis court-inspired sneaker with vintage proportions and premium leather upper. Clean lines meet 1970s sporting heritage.
🇫🇷 FR · $200-$600
A.P.C. embodies 'hysterically normal' fashion - simple, well-cut clothes in quality fabrics that reject trends in favor of timeless functionality. Founded as a reaction against the ostentatious fashion of the 1980s, the brand creates 'beautifully boring' garments designed for longevity, eschewing logos and seasonal hype for understated Parisian elegance.
🇫🇷 FR · $125-$200
Veja creates sneakers that are both fashionable and ethically responsible. Founded on principles of ecological materials, fair labor practices, and economic justice, the brand spends nothing on advertising and instead reinvests in producers and materials. The name 'Veja' means 'look' in Portuguese - a reminder to look beyond the product at how it's made.
🇩🇰 DK · $150-$500
Norse Projects embodies Scandinavian minimalism at its finest, creating functional, timeless garments that blend streetwear sensibilities with Nordic design heritage. Founded on the principle that good design is functional and timeless, the brand draws inspiration from Danish design tradition, architecture, and the subtle landscapes of the North to create clothing that adapts to life's demands across all seasons.
🇺🇸 US · $200-$280
New Balance Made in USA/UK represents the brand's commitment to authentic craftsmanship and fearless independence. With over 75 years of domestic manufacturing in Massachusetts and Maine, and since 1982 in Flimby, UK, these sneakers are hand-assembled by skilled artisans using premium materials and time-honored techniques. The Made in USA line emphasizes heritage-inspired, chunkier silhouettes, while the Made in UK collection offers sleeker profiles with distinct British character.
🇯🇵 JP · $100-$200
Moonstar embraces the 'less is more' philosophy, ensuring every detail serves a purpose. Founded in 1873 in Kurume, Japan, they preserve the rare Ka-Ryu vulcanization process where shoes are kiln-fired at 120C for 70 minutes, creating bonds that machines cannot replicate. Each pair is handcrafted by skilled artisans who attach uppers to outsoles by hand, maintaining a 150-year tradition that marries Japanese precision with timeless canvas sneaker design.
🇬🇧 GB · $100-$400
COS (Collection Of Style) embodies Scandinavian minimalism with a focus on timeless, understated design that prioritizes craftsmanship and longevity over seasonal trends. Every design element serves a purpose, creating pieces that are functional, versatile, and made to last beyond the season. The brand draws inspiration from architecture, graphics, and art to create modern wardrobe essentials.