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Unless you’ve been living under a soundproof rock, you’ll have noticed that some of the most lustworthy trainers of late are bulky, acid-tinged objects that could be probably be seen from space.But whatever the latest trainer trends, there will always be room in the male wardrobe for a pair of stripped-back sneakers – chiefly because they effortlessly luxe-up a pair of lifeless jeans or add a bit of give-a-shit swagger to a suit.Whether you’re ready to drop a load on some low-tops or need some price-conscious picks, here are 15 brands that do stylish footwear on the DL.Quick Jump: Affordable | High Street | Contemporary | Traditional | LuxuryAffordableSupergaItalian brand Superga was cladding men’s feet in clean trainer designs long before minimalism was a bona fide menswear movement. Named after the Basilica di Superga near the factory where it was founded in 1911, the firm is best known for its 2750 model, which is identifiable by its cotton canvas uppers and vulcanised rubber soles.Of course, the eternal appeal of these trainers lies in their ability to filter out the fuss (the only added detail being the unique side tag branding) and focus on the core requirements that men need from a trusty pair of kicks: chiefly quality, comfort, and timeless visuals.superga.co.ukAdidasCountless brands have taken the minimalist sneaker and run with it, but they all owe their success to one model: the Adidas Stan Smith. Released in 1963, the world’s first leather tennis shoe was initially named after French tennis player Robert Haillet until his retirement a decade later. As the Stan Smith, it remained seen primarily as an athletic shoe until its re-release in 2014 when it became part of the menswear uniform du jour.Far from being the only stripped-back silhouette in the brand’s cannon, in recent years the Gazelle, Campus and Superstar models have all been revived to build on Smith’s success. Sometimes, you just can’t beat an original.adidas.co.ukClaeThe celebrity-strewn streets of Los Angeles are hardly a mecca for minimalism, but against all odds, that’s where peak minimal footwear brand Clae was founded at the turn of the millennium.Born with the aim of modernising the classic tennis shape, in recent seasons, additional silhouettes such as Vibram sole Chelsea boots and wool upper runners have widened the mix, but the best-seller will always be the fresher-than-wet-paint Bradley low-top. Who said Cali couldn’t do Scandinavian cool, eh?clae.comHigh StreetCosIf minimalism could be distilled into a single one-stop shop, Cos would undoubtedly be it. While the Swedish retailer is happy to dabble with the odd experimental shape in its clothing range, the trainers on offer have their feet firmly planted in simpler design territory.That’s not to say Cos kicks are boring, though. Quite the opposite. Clean lines, high-quality materials and simple design flourishes come together in an orgy of impeccable taste, all packaged in neat lace-up and slip-on styles.cosstores