Lanvin Striped Woven Silk Low-Top Trainers

How about some stripes to break up the solid footwear monotony?  Lanvin's new Striped Woven Silk Low-Top Trainers are a nice take on integrating luxury textiles into casual footwear.  The trainer's upper consists of a burgundy striped silk fabric with black leather detailing on the heel.  The grey laces compliment the stripes nicely and the thick white rubber sole lend a casual feel while the overall shoe is plausible to be dressed up or down.  Available now at MatchesFashion.com.


Alexander McQueen Patent Leather Derby

The best of both never looked so slick.  Alexander McQueen's new Patent Leather Derbys combine black and white quite handsomely.  The upper consists of glossy black patent leather with a molded matte rubber eyelet lace structure.  This is all set atop a contrasting thick tread white rubber sole for that dapper yet striking effect that McQueen footwear is known for.  Available now at Ssense.com.
 
Common Projects Tournament Washed Suede Sneakers

Get through the summer nice and easy.  Common Projects Tournament Washed Suede Sneakers can aid in that suggestion.  The quintessential seasonal sandy color, these sneakers have a broken-in relaxed feel to them with the full washed suede upper atop a sturdy rubber sole.  However, in the hands of Common Projects they also have a cool refined air to them with the minimal lacing and quality of the suede that allows you to be able to dress them up a bit for the nice outdoor evening soiree.  Available now at Mr. Porter.com.



Dries Van Noten Leather Sneakers

Here's simple and clean from a master of print. Dries Van Noten offers up this handsome leather sneaker for summer as the perfect finisher. The full suede and leather upper and panel that flanks the sole together with the solid tonal color give this shoe a perfect dress up dress down air for the season. Available now in both color ways at End Clothing.com.
 

Burberry Prorsum Field Sneakers

Summer isn't just about donning white.  As summer progresses, footwear that makes a smooth transition into Fall can be very attractive and sensible.  These Burberry Prorsum Field Sneakers are case and point.  Boasting a handsome combination of navies and black leather and textile on the upper and a cool tan and black sole, these sneakers are a great summer option.  They can pair nicely with the season's khakis and take you easily into next season's earth tones.  Available now at Ssense.com.

Vince Armstrong Washed Nubuk Sneaker

Simple is staying cool for the summer!  This clean Armstrong Washed Nubuk Sneaker from Vince is testament.  Boasting a clean lace-up upper, this sneaker combines a smooth black nubuck with supple leather details on the sides and heel to make this an easy dress up, dress down option.  This is a great season to season no-brainer from those pared-down masters at Vince.  Available now at Vince.com.
 
Bass Weejuns Larson Suede Penny Loafer

Soft and supple, crisp and cozy!  These are not your penny loafers of yesteryear.  Bass Weejuns has designed these handsome Larson Suede Penny Loafer exclusively for Mr. Porter.com.  The inky navy suede upper is adorned with tan contrast stitching, tan leather soles and hand-stitched moccasin construction.  The contrasting sole really works nicely for the Summer season but can easily transition into Fall.  Available now exclusively at Mr. Porter.com.


Elena Iachi 20MM Perforated Neoprene Slip-On Sneaker

Wade in the water then walk on the pavement perhaps!  Elena Iachi's 20MM Perforated Neoprene Slip-On Sneaker may suggest doing it all.  The upper is comprised of perforated and pleated neoprene  with a leather toe cap all sitting atop a sturdy sliced white rubber sole.  It's graphic and cool, not to mention comfortable and perfect for the season.  Available now at LuisAviaRoma.com.

Sperry Original Topsiders Perforated 2-Eye Boat Shoe

Go a tad prep and a tad seaside all in one!  Sperry Original Topsiders offers up their comfortable 2-Eye Boat Shoe in a Perforated version for the season.  Featuring thin cozy leather, that 'wear all day' comfortable sole and an easy on and off lace-up design, these are your quintessential from the deck to the seafront kind of shoe for the season.  Available now in red and navy at Sperry.com.
 
ASICS Gel Lyte III 'No Stitching' Pack

You've come a long way baby.  Twenty-five years ago ASICS introduced their famed Gel Lyte III trainer and 2015 sees a new fresh update to it.  Try no stitching and lots of laser cutting.  For a lighter weight shoe this 'No Stitching' Gel Lyte III has very little machine stitching in the upper for a clean streamlined and handsome sneaker that'll be light on your feet.  As far as comfort, you should already know that ASICS always has that in the bag.  Available now in all three color ways at BowsAndArrowsBerkeley.com.

Converse Jack Purcell II

Some things do get better the second time around.  Converse has updated its classic Jack Purcell silhouette by unveiling the Jack Purcell II.  This update features sueded accents at the upper heel and lining the slightly raised midsole.  Featuring an all leather upper and a reduced toe box bumper and I dub this a winner.  Dare I even say I like the sequel better than the original.  Available now in white and black at KithNYC.com.