The Classic Sneakers
White
139 €
In stock
99 €
Preorder
- Hard-wearing, supple Italian leather
- Handmade in Portugal
- Super durable outsoles
White
It’s a shoe-in
Our iconic sneakers at it again
The problems you’ve had with your old sneakers
1
The leather falls apart
2
The outsoles do a runner
3
The stitching gives up on you
4
The price tag’s frightening
A step up
You built these
You’re looking at the 12th generation of The Classic Sneakers. Other than the iPhone, not many products evolve this fast. Since 2018, we’ve worked with our customers to fine-tune every detail—comfort, design, durability. So much so, that they’ve now entered the Asphalte hall of fame and become an Eternal. Right now, tens of thousands of pairs are trotting about along a street near you. Isn’t it time you go in on the act?
Slip 'em on, never take 'em off
The best bit? Ridiculous level of comfort. A supple, super durable 100% cowhide leather upper, soft leather lining, a pre-moulded outsole that actually follows the shape of your foot, plus a foam and mesh insole that’s soft yet built to last. Basically, it’s like stepping into your comfiest slippers.
Nailed the proportions
After 12 versions, we’ve fine-tuned every last detail to perfection. Simple and clean, but never boring. The shape, lacing, sole height, inserts, and even the eyelet diameter have all been obsessed over down to the tenth of a millimetre. The result? A pair of sneakers that looks effortlessly spot on.
Solid leather, two ways
Two premium leathers, both top-tier. A smooth leather from Poletto, one of Italy’s finest tanneries, or suede from Mastrotto, another Italian heavyweight we’ve trusted for years. Whichever you choose, you’re getting buttery soft yet tough-as-nails cowhide that’ll age beautifully and be on your feet for the long haul.
A sole you can count on
Once again, the feature Globotrilha rubber soles—straight out of Portugal and built to last. Cushiony, comfortable, and rock-solid, they’re not about to give up on you mid-stride.
Built to go the distance
We’ve stuck with Strobel stitching—because it works. This technique glues, then stitches the sole to the upper with ultra-thick thread, giving you double strength. That means flexibility where you need it and durability that outperforms the norm.
Let your feet breathe
See those two little holes on the side? Not for laces. They’re there to keep your feet ventilated because nobody likes sweaty sneakers. More airflow, fewer odours—simple.
Laces that behave
Flat cotton laces: classic, sturdy, unfussy. Ours are waxed so they’re stronger and keep looking fresh for longer. They’ll stand up to daily abuse and are a doddle to adjust. Plus, metal eyelets stop them from rubbing and wearing out the leather.
The cult classic
Soft, sturdy leather, bulletproof construction, hard-wearing soles, and flawless finishing. These are the sneakers you won’t want to take off. And when you throw in the fact that they’re 100% made in Europe and still come in under 100€, it’s a no-brainer. Preorder yours now and let us know what you think.
Production step for your Classic Sneakers
What goes into making your Classic Sneakers? The materials have travelled a total of 18,462 km (11,471 miles) from field to doormat.
Sourcing the leather
Farming cooperatives USA (smooth leather), no known (Suede leather)
Tanning, dyeing and treating
Poletto (Smooth leather) , Mastrotto (Suede leather) Italy
Certifications : LWG Leather Manufacturer, ISO 9001
Sewing, assembly and finish
Perfect Eject Portugal
Transport
Road haulage.
Watch your step.
Our aim is to always give you as much information as possible on the clothes we make so you can make an informed decision before preordering. This includes the environmental impact of each pair of Classic Sneakers we produce expressed in simple terms that we can all easily understand. There’s no point hiding from it :
20.5 kg
of CO2 emitted
The equivalent of 188 km ( 116 miles) by car.
0.2 g
of phosphor released in the water
The equivalent of growing 3.5 kg of apples.
202 MJ
energy depletion
The equivalent of 68 h of heating (in avg. flat).
No Sweat !
Delivery costs
We deliver worldwide, with the cost automatically calculated at checkout. These vary depending on where you are and how you want to be delivered - full info here.
Easy to change sizes
If you get the wrong size, fear not, we accept returns and exchanges. For orders in Europe, these are free. For countries in the rest of the world, we ask you to pay the return cost and we will take care of the cost of sending out an exchange. Just log into your Asphalte account and we’ll get that sorted.
It costs nothing to try
If you ever change your mind or the product doesn't meet your expectations when you receive it, all you have to do is send it back unworn and we'll refund you. Easy.