White shoes are a great investment and can really bring out the other colors and tones in an outfit. They go great with any style of pants. Typically shoes are the last piece of an outfit, but white shoes should be the foundation. Buy a pair from our list of the best white shoes and rock a fresh pair of kicks every day.
Lacoste is a world-renowned tennis brand and has been for decades. They are well known for a “classier” style of sneaker. You can see from the lines and the way this sneaker is designed that Lacoste does things a little bit differently from its peers in the shoe world. This is the kind of shoe that you wear when you want to make an impression and want folks to ask you what you’re wearing. The brand boasts that its clothing and shoes are “100% Man-Made” which is kind of a comforting advertisement for shoes.
These kicks are gorgeous in all white with a small part of the trim in black, which actually makes these kicks even sexier. If you aren’t into the all white with a bit of black trim, then check out these kicks in all white with the green gator logo, all white with a black gator logo or one of the other 27 colors. You can buy three or four pairs of these kicks and have them all look incredibly different. Another great feature of the Lacoste brand. Options. Each pair is made with Nappa leather and suede as well as a hard, rubber sole that will last for years.
If you are a guy that has owned and worn a pair of wingtip dress shoes then you know that there is a significant break-in period until the shoes fit and feel right. That is the case with most men’s dress shoes. There is an alternative though and we think you’ll dig it. The dress sneaker is an up and coming shoe in the men’s fashion world and there isn’t a big secret as to why. They have all the style, swag and flair of the typical dress shoe but they have the comfort and durability of a sneaker.
These wingtip style sneakers from Cole Haan are gorgeous. They are well-made and comfortable and can be worn in casual as well as formal settings. These shoes are lightweight, they have synthetic soles which will last a long time if they are taken care of. The shoe is made with a knit so they are breathable and have a texture to them that you don’t typically see in a dress shoe. If you love the look of this shoe but aren’t digging the white they do come in 8 other colors.
And, yes, we are beginning with a sneaker. But the Stan Smith isn’t just any sneaker, it’s probably the single most iconic sneaker there is. Sneakerhead website Highsnobiety.com calls the Stan Smith “one of Adidas’s most recognizable silhouettes.”
Since its introduction in the 1970s, the Stan Smith has been rolled out in a remarkable number of iterations, one of the latest being these Primeknits. (You might just wanna rock the Primeknits in the hotter months and the traditional Stans the rest of the time. Either works for cool all year long.)
When you click into Amazon on this one, you’ll see a bunch of different color combinations for the Stans. Of course, the classic Stan Smith is the white with fairway green, but you’ll look slick in any of the combos.
If you love sneakers and don’t have a pair of white Air Force 1’s then you need to add these classic kicks to your collection. The Air Force 1 is one of the most iconic sneakers to ever hit the shelves. Even before Nelly rapped about them they were a dope shoe that everyone wanted. Stores sold out of these sneakers in minutes and left the shoe head world craving more. Now you can snag these kicks in classic white or any other color under the sun and rock a cool look with khakis, jeans, shorts or even slacks, depending on the occasion.
You can buy these beautiful shoes in classic white on white, white with brown soles, white with black trim, and all black. If you want the most classic look of these iconic kicks then white on white is going to be your new best friend. You can wear these to workout in, play ball in and rock them to a party or night out with friends. These are an all-purpose sneaker that will get you some serious compliments and keep you looking and feeling fresh.
Super strong example, here, of minimalist styling making a sneaker versatile for everything from casual to more formal. Creative Rec’s Carda, which the company calls a “classic tennis shoe,” features a slightly exaggerated heel and Vulcanized outsole. The tumbled leather upper is presented in two contrasting textures, with the toecap being completely smooth.
Along the same minimalist lines, this Armani low cut is classically styled and simple, albeit with more branding emphasis and a higher price point.
The Carda features square laces and, for your wallet watchers, it comes in at a very affordable price so it’s automatically a qualifier for a rock-solid list of white shoes for men. If you want to branch out to something other than white, the shoe is available in two different color combos.
Maybe you need a pair of white reflective tennis shoes for your next adventures. These shoes by athletic shoe juggernaut Asics are a great pair of lightweight shoes that will keep your feet in the game longer. They are super comfy, they are incredibly light and they are super stylish. These are the perfect running shoe, the perfect tennis shoe, the perfect everyday shoe. These shoes look great with athletic shorts, cargo shorts, board shorts, khakis, jeans, slacks, cargo pants, you name it and these shoes will go with the outfit. The one exception being a super formal outfit or tuxedo, these aren’t the shoes for that look.
The shoes are your classic low top athletic sneaker. They look awesome in white, I mean really clean and really sharp, but they also come in a ton of other colors. The shoes are made with a highly durable and versatile rubber sole, made to cut and dig the way tennis players do. They have a specially designed insole that is meant to conform to your foot specifically for longer life and more comfort. The soles are actually made with a high impact rubber so if you’re an athlete or runner these will be your new favorite shoes.
The Walker Low Lace from Frye combines a couple of disparate, traditional looks into one: a classic sneaker and the more rustic, boot-like rawhide laces. The laces are complemented — and the overall look is accentuated — by the brown interior and the contrasting back patch. We think it works very well and easily qualifies this entry as one of the best white shoes for men that you can get.
Note the barely-there branding on the quarter of the shoe toward the heel, and the textured midsole at the toe and heel. Yes, these kicks will cost you a bit more, but Frye is known for its high quality, so you’re getting the proverbial whatcha pay for with this set. If you wanna move beyond white, the shoe comes in 15 colors.
If you haven’t quite accepted the fact that sneakers can be dress shoes, this entry in our list of white shoes for men might be for you. With the Bates Lites Oxford, you’re getting a lot of tradition. Bates was founded as a dress shoe manufacturer in 1885 and, for many years, has been supplying different branches of the military with shoes. If you like the Oxfords, another option is these Doc Martens, which come in at a bit lower price point. The Doc Martens are almost like a sneaker/oxford hybrid.
The Bates set comes with a premium leather upper and the company’s “breathable Dri-Lex lining” interior. As for the overall look of the shoe, they are available in three different colors.
Vans is a skate shoe brand that has made some insanely cool skate shoes over the past few years. Your typical skate shoes are boxy and flat-soled for premium skating and control over grinding and tricks. These skate shoes are more of a longboarding skate shoe, something casual you can cruise around town while wearing. IF you like to skate but also like to hang outside of the skate parks and half-pipes these are the perfect kicks for you.
These casual slip-ons are the perfect shoe for skating during the day and relaxing during the night. They go great with shorts and pants alike and are easy to pair with whatever you have in your closet. These are the right kicks to roll up your pant legs and hit the beach. Easy to put on and take off they are the shoes you want t play some volleyball and sit around a campfire with. They come in, you guessed it, white but are also available in 60 total colors from Star Wars prints to Marvel superheroes. You’re going to love adding multiple pairs to your collection.
These 206 Collective kicks are a great, easy to wear sneaker. They slip-on and off like casual beach shoes but are definitely more of a sneaker. The stitching and curves of the shoe are really attractive and make for a good looking formal shoe or a casual shoe, either way, you can pull off this look. They look great with khakis, shorts, cargo shorts, board shorts, jeans, or light-colored slacks. A dark slack is going to be a bit of a color clash so I would steer clear of that look.
These kicks are made from 100% imported leather and feature a rubber sole that will give you a little more bounce and life when you wear these frequently, which you’ll want to do because they are so cool. Not every casual to dress shoe needs to be laced, as you can see there are some nice alternatives without laces. If you look closely they aren’t just “plain white” they have a bit of texture to them which is nice. Being that they are so inexpensive you could get both pairs, the white and the black with white soles and have two pairs of shoes that can tackle any outfit or event.
Olukai has a definite island vibe and the Kahu Lace is a good example of that feeling. These are cotton/canvas uppers and a gum sole. The stitching is almost like an oxford, but these definitely lean more toward the sneaker side of things.
Olukai sent me a pair of these shoes and I can attest to their scoring very high on the comfort scale. What I like most about them is Olukai’s patented “drop in heel,” which allows you to step on the heel portion to turn the shoes into slides. Yes, you can do that with just about any shoe, but these are designed that way and you can tell.
Shown in off-white/toffee color, they’re available in five different colors. One last note about Olukai: the company’s got a terrific foundation that “preserve(s) and celebrate(s) the cultural heritage and aloha spirit of Hawaii.” To read more about it, you can take a look at the company’s foundation website.
These are a pair of the sickest white shoes you will ever see. They are a great fit for this list. Hugo Boss makes some seriously cool clothing for guys, but their shoes are to die for. I mean you are going to have trouble finding places and events and occasions that you CAN’T wear these shoes to. They are dressy, they are laid back and they are 100% swaggy. I know they aren’t white on white but the black striping is a great counter to the brightness of the white.
They are great as a dress shoe, they are great as a sneaker and they will go with a ton of different outfits. You can rock these to the beach or to a first date. They go great with khakis, khaki shorts, jeans, slacks and everything in between. Wear them for a wedding or just chilling around the house. If you dig these they are also available in black with white trim so you could potentially have the best of both worlds. Any sneaker buff should have a pair of these lying around for sure.
Like our fourth entry, this fifth set, from ECCO, includes some perforations, but here they’re more on the detailing side — on the toe cap and the mid-section of the leather upper. If you don’t count the lace guard, which sports the traditional ECCO logo, this shoe is minimally branded. We do like the contrasting texture of striping applied on the upper on the vamp. ECCO has applied its “comfort fibre system” to this shoe, which the company says ensures that the interior remains dry and comfortable, so you’ll not only look cool, you’ll feel it.
While I don’t own the Jacks, I do have a couple other pairs of ECCOs — some boots and some sandals. I’ve had them forever and they l-a-s-t. They are very durable and very comfortable.
For those of you considering the Jack in living color, it’s available in six different colors but, obviously, we’re focusing on white shoes for men so we’re showing it that way. For such a high-quality shoe at such an affordable price, it might pay to get the whites and a pair in another color.
Aquatalia has been making fine Italian shoes since 1994, and this set is a fine example of sneakers serving up plenty of style. The calf leather uppers are embossed with a quilted type of pattern. We especially like the directional contrast of the patterns between the upper and the padded collar. Speaking of contrast, the brown leather interior includes a removable leather padded sock lining.
These are waterproof, for those of you ready to stock the winter shoe larder with some great white kicks. If you’re looking for something other than white shoes for men and you dig the shoe in a different shade, they come in five different colors.
These oxford’s from Calvin Klein are super dope. They are a great sneaker-dress shoe hybrid and are meant to stand out regardless of what you wear them with. They are bright white and are also incredibly durable. Typically, with dress sneakers, you can’t wear them every day and have them last for a long time. These aren’t your typical dress shoes though. Being that they are made by Calvin Klein, they are strong and durable shoes. They have a dress shoe body with a sneaker sole.
The shoe is leather while the sole is synthetic which will give them the strength and durability to last for a long time. These shoes are perfect for the office or a night out with your buddies. They can work with a suit and are meant to stand out. You can wear dark or light slacks with these shoes and look great but if you want to dress them down a bit they work too. Jeans and khakis are a great fit and you could even wear these golfing and rest assured that you meet the dress code at your local country club. they are also available in other colors if you really like them and want to buy two or more pairs to add to your growing shoe collection.
The perforated look continues to be strong on the contemporary scene. It might not be as red-hot as it was a couple of years ago, but it’s still on-trend.
The Madden “M-Early” has a nice look because the perf portion is simply the main part of the upper, while the lace guard, toe cap and heel cap and shoulder are all smooth material (non-perforated). The material is synthetic.
We do want to point out that there are enough mentions among the reviews that you may want to consider buying this pair one size larger. I know from experience that any Steve Madden in my closet tends to be a bit snugger than my feet would prefer. Overall, we prefer the classic, cool look of these shoes, including the bordered gum sole with the red Madden logo plate. They are available in three different colors.
If sneakers can be worn to the symphony with dress trousers (which they can…when done properly), these Clarks Urban Mix Sneakers can, too. Yes, we’re throwing in a pair of textile kicks.
Made with the traditional textile (canvassy type material) outsole, the Clarks feature beautiful upper-to-sole stitching and a classic look that will work with everyday jeans or night-out slacks. While I don’t own a pair of textiles, I do have a pair of Clarks Weavers and they are super comfortable — I wore them all over the place recently while hiking around the wilds of London. I am a firm believer in the crepe sole, but I suspect that it’s the overall emphasis on construction that Clarks puts into its products that make their shoes so comfy.
A great pair of white shoes for men is a wardrobe essential. Our list of the Best White Shoes for Men: Sneakers to Dress Shoes, has the kicks you need.
