Yes, sneakers should be comfortable, but there are some brands that take things to the next level. Feathery-soft leather, bouncy soles and cocoon-like cushioning can combine to make that shoe you want to be seen a shoe you won’t want to take off.
Whether you need a pair to help you improve your game at the gym, or simply want to elevate your everyday style, we’ve rounded up a list of the most comfortable sneakers money can buy today. From sportswear heavyweights like New Balance to innovative independents like ETQ Amsterdam, these trainers all boast slipper-like comfort. Scroll on to find your perfect pair and breathe a sigh of relief when you step into your comfy new kicks.
Most comfortable sneakers for men in 2024
Cariuma CATIBA Pro High Sneakers
Cariuma's CATIBA Pro High is a skate shoe beloved by skaters and non-skaters alike, thanks to its durability, flexibility and grip. With comfort and ease-of-movement in mind, it's designed with a sticky grip rubber outsole, side traction and a reinforced flick point for ankle stability. On the inside of the shoe, a memory foam insole mimics the anatomy of the foot and provides arch support and ultimate comfort.
Myrqvist Oaxen Country Calf Sneakers
These leather sneakers from Swedish footwear brand Myrqvist are meticulously handcrafted in Portugal from premium water repellent suede from the renowned British tannery Charles F. Stead. Stitched to a 3-centimetre rubber sole, they're designed to stand the test of time. Bonus points for their super-sleek dressed-up style: the perfect dancing shoes for a relaxed summer wedding. Simply add a navy blazer and linen trousers.
JAK Vantage Sneakers
Portuguese sneaker label JAK looked to '70's sneaker culture to inform the design of its Vantage sneaker. The result is a super-clean take on retro style, combining minimalist leather uppers with a cemented and stitched rubber sole. Removable shock-proof innersoles exist, making everyday wear a total breeze and oh-so-comfortable. Team them anything from jeans and your favourite tee to soft linen tailoring for an effortless take on smart-casual style.
Oliver Cabell Court Sneakers
Taking inspiration from retro sportswear, these white sneakers from Oliver Cabell offer a modern update of the style using premium materials. With a meticulously crafted upper made from 3oz full-grain calfskin leather, the Court sneaker blends luxury style with functional, comfortable design in the form of a durable and lightweight Italian Margom sole. It's the ideal choice for everyday wear.
New Balance Made in US 990v5 Sneakers
New Balance is most noted for its running shoes, which are some of the most comfortable sneakers on the planet, but the sheer volume of styles it offers can be slightly overwhelming. A good place to start is its Made in USA collection, which is more expensive but the construction methods and quality of materials make up for it. There’s plenty of tech behind its styles too: look out for its signature ENCAP midsoles and use of spongy foam in its soles, which make its trainers feel as good as they look.
North-89 Breathable No-2 Sneakers
Handcrafted from perforated premium Italian leather which sits atop an Italian rubber cupsole, North-89's Breathable No-2 sneaker uses a deconstructed, perforated upper to maximise breathability. An eye for minimal detailing means that North-89 maintains its precise Scandinavian aesthetic alongside the comfort and functionality of this men’s leather sneaker. A memory foam insole takes the comfort of this shoe to the next level.
Nike Air VaporMax 2023 Flyknit Sneakers
Nike is one of the most innovative sneaker brands of all, and has revolutionised footwear design on more than one occasion over the decades. One of its great achievements of the past few years is ‘VaporMax’, an extreme take on Nike Air tech which sees the Air unit moulded directly onto the upper. This results in visible springy pods which essentially act as a bouncy cushion for your feet. While their designs are less classic than some Nike styles, VaporMax trainers are some of the most comfortable sneakers of all time.
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