The BEST Minimal Leather Sneakers | 6 Common Projects Alternatives

The Common Projects Achilles Low is a luxurious, premium quality minimal leather sneaker, but is it worth $425? I think one of these Common Projects alternatives might be a better choice for you.

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[seanferguson]

I've been a Stan Smith guy for five decades. Never thought anything would separate me but, I'm sad to say, they're not made as well as they used to be. Or maybe the alternatives are just that much better. Appreciate the guided tour of the market. Thanks.

[bamboomike]

I have had my New Republic’s for almost two years, and with regular cleaning, they look almost as new as the day I bought them! I get complements on them all the time, even in Chicago! If I remember correctly, I even bought them at a steep discount, because the box was a little damaged.

[klcrist]

I purchased a pair of Oliver Cabell Low 1's a little less than a year ago and they are so comfortable. A great shoe at a great price!

[ChoiceEnvironments]

Tried common projects to see how they stack against Thursday. My assessment is Get Thursday. More selection of leathers and more comfy.

[LaPoubelle]

I really like Crown Northhamton's white sneaker more than the other brands, just based off of research. I own a pair of Crown Northhampton's overstone derby white sneakers and they are absolute perfection in terms of appearance for me. The only problem with them for me is that there is a break-in period where the leather is pretty hard and uncomfortable, but they make a beautiful minimalist sneaker.

[theDapperVault]

I was literally just searching for "Common Project Alternatives". Awesome stuff! 🔥

[swellawsum]

I am from India, we do not have a lot of these options & international shipping is not something I am very comfortable with. Stan Smith is widely available here so it works for me.

[sartorialsuccess]

I would add GREATS of Brooklyn to this list. I give them a slight edge to my Cabells on looks but they both are high quality and super comfortable.

[abdulkabirokunola]

Crown Northampton makes some of the best sneakers money can buy both quality and value wise

[FigWidIt]

I went crazy on buying white sneakers over the last few years and I own the Great Royale Blanco and the New Republic Kurt. While they are pretty amazing, there are days where I feel like wearing my Reebok Club C 85's and Stan Smith's even if they are lower quality leather lol. I always come back to where I started I guess. Dr Scholl's cushion inserts helps alot in the lower tier/budget leather shoes but that's just personal preference.

[acupofteao]

I have had my blazer 77’ lows for a year now and I love them 🔥

[PawanKsaini]

Crown Northampton should definitely be on the list.

[Kaze]

Oliver Cabel doesn’t have half sizes and they really hurt my feet. Never really broke in or expanded. I want to love them. I still wear them often (wearing them now) but I’m not buying again. So if you’re a half size I would advise against it until they offer half sizes. Otherwise I would purchase again.

[jhonkawa]

Picked up a pair of Oliver Cabell Low 1s this morning. Can’t wait to give them a try.

[sazrulsazli]

Been waiting on these collaboration videos … Stridewise rules!!! 👏🏻

[JebsTennisJourney]

Surprised Uniform Standard wasn't on the list. Just ordered some. My first pair of low end luxery sneaker. I'm excited!

[fullmetta]

Tempted by Thursday for my first minimalist sneakers. Good quality according to you guys and also available in half-sizes which I'll probably require.

[Houdean]

Cole Haan Grand Pro Tennis shoes are by far the best alternative for Common Projects. For $150 they're a fraction of the cost, and last the same amount of time if you take care of them.

[adamsuttongolf]

I usually wear cole haans. They are usually found under $100 at outlet cole haan stores, they last a long time, and they are great.

[lee-ridgeway]

Hi guys thanks for the review. Out of these options, which ones have the most ankle exposure? Thanks!