There are many items luxury brands do well. Suits? Yes. Dress shoes? Of course. Belts, wallets, and other small leather items? You bet. But sneakers tend to elude most luxury brands, who opt for opulence over real style.

Of course, that's not all high-end sneakers. Some of them are really great: on the edge of sneaker style, knowing where to push the edge and where to keep it simple. Our favorite luxury sneakers are not the showiest ones, but instead the ones that are subtle enough to wear every day and can last a while.

Some designers have long-since embraced the sportier side of footwear , while other labels have only recently joined the party—but that doesn't mean they aren't bringing cool, fresh streetwear into the world of luxury. Some brands (like Tom Ford and Lanvin, for e

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