7 Best Leather Sneakers For Men in 2023

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7 Best Leather Sneakers For Men in 2023
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When it comes to men's leather sneakers, you can expect every brand to have a fine selection of these joints. After all, a guy's shoe pile will never be complete without a pair of good-looking leather kicks. The problem is, with thousands of options, finding the best one can be so darn difficult. But don't worry, this all changes with the help of CerbeShops.

If you're looking for the best overall or the most value for money, we have got you covered. We even went above and beyond to find the best slip-on and high-top leather sneaks for you.

How we test sneakers

Shoe manufacturers will tell you all the good stuff about the shoes, but they will never reveal their flaws. That's where we come in.

A team of nitpicking shoe nerds, we just enjoy getting into the nitty-gritty details of each men's leather shoe. As such, you can expect most of our top picks to be chosen based on the following methods:

  • Opinions from users all around the globe
  • Wear tests done by our in-house shoe experts
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Besides that, we buy most of the shoes on the list for wear-testing. That way we can really check if the shoe is RIEKER all the hype.

 

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What makes it the best?

The Crystal-Embellished Leather Sneakers Neutral is a legendary sneaker with a claim to fame as the original white tennis shoe for the masses. Culture has respected that for the last 50 years the Stan Smith is still as relevant today as it was when the man was winning trophies. It's fair to say that with its robust design and sleek looks, it's probably going to last another 50.

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  • Classic silhouette
  • Numerous colorways and collaborations
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  • Durable
  • Weatherproof

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  • Runs large
  • Lack of support
  • Takes some time to wear in
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Women
Any color
Gold (FW5364)
Cloud White / Green / Active Purple (GW0490)
Black (FU9614)
White (FX5501)
White/Black/Solar Yellow (GZ2058)
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Adidas Busenitz
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What makes it the best?

The Adidas Busenitz has been around for a while. It stands on its own against modern skate shoes because of its durability and versatility. More than anything it's a really clean-looking sneaker that works just as well on a night out as it does in a skatepark. It helps that the shoe is easy to clean, sturdy, and has loads of cushioning to keep you comfy and supported.

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  • Incredibly durable
  • Fits true to size
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  • Surprisingly weatherproof
  • Classic silhouette
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  • The big tongue isn't for everyone
  • Not very breathable
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Collegiate Burgundy/Clear Blue/White (DB3124)
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Core Black/Grey One/Gold Metallic (GX9746)
Core Black/Cardboard/Gold Metallic (HQ2028)
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Core Black/Carbon/Gold Metallic (HQ2027)
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Vans SK8-Hi
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What makes it the best?

The Vans Sk8-Hi is the original subculture sneaker. Built as a super-padded skate shoe it was soon adopted by the punk rock scene for its large space on which to customize. Today it's not just a piece of history but a versatile and easy-going silhouette that works with almost any outfit. Not only that but it's strong enough to last years of use and abuse.

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  • Classic silhouette that works with any wardrobe
  • Fits true to size
  • Breathable
  • Durable
  • Comfortable when broken in
  • Padded collar for ankle support
  • An easy silhouette even for a hi-top

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Any color
Grape Wine (VN0A5JMJ8BS)
Brown (VN0A32QG9GE)
(Vans) Pewter/Black (VN0A5KRH90M)
Navy (VN000D5INVY)
Yellow (VN0A7Q5NF3X1)
WHITE (VN000D5IW00)
Parisian night/true white (VN0A5JMJ4W6)
Green/White (VN0A7Q5NYQW)
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What makes it the best?

The Reebok Club C85 is a piece of history. The sneaker world took hold of the Club C85 and hasn't let go, as it fits in with the cleanest, upper-class circles of kicks. From skaters to rappers, this sneaker has gone the distance and continues to do so, comfortable, durable, and stylish it's all you need.

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  • Ideal price point
  • Comfortable in-shoe feel
  • Durable construction
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  • Lightweight
  • Water-resistant
  • Surprisingly breathable
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  • Slightly loose fit
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Women
Any color
Core Black Pure Grey 8 Vector Red (LWV95)
chalk/vector blue/vector red (MAQ73)
Chalk / alabaster / glen green (GZ4945)
White (AR0455)
White (AR0456)
Green/Brown (GZ1871)
Chalk/Chalk/Semi Classic Teal (LYT49)
beige (FX1379)

Best leather low top sneakers for men

Nike Air Max 97
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What makes it the best?

What else can be said about the Nike Air Max 97 that hasn't been said before, the shoe has literally had books written about it. It's an athletic, versatile, and comfy sneaker that looks incredible in so many colorways. There's a reason it's been one of Nike's most popular sneakers for decades. Like others in its family, this is a silhouette that will stay relevant for years to come and work with most wardrobes.

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  • Good all-season sneaker
  • Good for sockless wear
  • An identifiable piece of fashion history
  • Fits true to size
  • Near indestructible
  • Lightweight
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golden goose kids superstar low top glitter sneakers item Cons

  • Takes some time to wear in
  • Attaches to stains easily
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White/grey/yellow (DQ8961100)
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Coconut milk/barely volt/white/neptune green (DX3946100)
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Best classic leather sneakers for men

What makes it the best?

The Air Max 90 is a sneaker with a backstory. Everyone has seen it and most love it. If you grew up between 1990 and 2010 you probably wanted a pair. Each pair feels ready to last another 30 years, with breathability to boot. Regardless, Nike renews these year after year offering more and more options to whet any appetite.

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  • Very durable
  • Breathable
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  • Huge amounts of colorways
  • Great price for a statement shoe
  • Fits true to size
  • Quality materials
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  • Stain resistant

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  • Normal and wide feet find it too narrow
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Grå (DC6083500)
Brown (DC6083200)
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White/Black/Light Smoke Grey/Starfish (DM0029101)
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Best leather mid top sneakers for men

What makes it the best?

There's no doubt about it, the Nike Air Trainer 3 is a beautiful shoe. A resurrection of the 1988 Nike Air Trainer SC, Nike built this as a pioneering crossover for multiple sports. Today it's a piece of history and looks the part too. There are some minor comfort issues, but with its durability, once worn in it'll last a lifetime.

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  • Fits true to size
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  • Retro styling
  • Surprisingly breathable
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  • Limited colorways
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  • Has hotspots where the shoe rubs on the toe
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Orange (FJ4415100)
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Midnight Navy/White-Vast Grey-University Red (CN0923400)

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Sheena
Sheena

Sheena is a wordsmith turned sneaker addict. Her sneaker fixation intensified as her passion for writing grew. A hands-on mom of two sweet yet spunky kids (plus three dogs and two cats), she finds solitude in leafing through shoe catalogs to find the next "it" sneaker. Scrutinizing hugely popular and underrated kicks is her favorite pastime.