Italian Leather Sneaker

 The Only Sneaker You Need

This is a perfect sneaker in every way. Made like a luxury brand dress shoe. Walks like sports brand sneaker. Costs less than either.

• Designed and handmade in Naples, Italy
• In a bespoke batch of 1,000 shoes only
• By 3rd-generation Italian shoemaker
• In a timeless style and iconic color
• Using only European leather
• Thick soles. Extra cushion.

 Design

An iconic design that is made for citywalking, goes with everything and never falls out of fashion.

Aesthetics

• Offered in just one shade, Snow
• No logos or graphics anywhere
• Timeless, trendless design

Walkability

• Double the cushioning
• Extra arch support
• Stronger stitches

 Materials

The sneaker is buttery soft outside, more supportive and plush inside and lasts longer everywhere.

• Made exclusively of calfskin leather.
• From Italy’s top-rated tanneries.
• Handcrafted in Naples, Italy.
• By a 3rd-generation cobbler
• In bespoke batches.

 Only 1,000 Bespoke Pairs

This is a rare collector’s item with a real story to tell — made for and by sneakerheads.

• Each unit is made-to-order by hand in Naples.
• In the exact quantities & sizes that members buy.
• Only 1,000 will be made with this design.

 Size Guide

The Essential Sneaker runs true to size and is available only in full European sizes. Please pick your normal size. If you wear a half-size, please pick the next available full size. Here is a general guide to converting EU sizes to US sizes:

 Handmade in Naples, Italy

Our sneakers are made in Naples, Italy — by a family business that has been making shoes for luxury brands for over 80 years. We’ve been asked not to mention their brands by name.

• Third-generation Italian family shoemakers.
• Manufactured for luxury brands for 80 years.
• Average shoe sells for $300+ in the U.S.

 True Price Comparison $440 → $95 

• Same materials as Common Projects.
• Strikingly similar design and fit.
• Same country of origin.