Looking for some cool grey sneakers to inject a pop of refreshing yet minimalist colour into your look? You’ve come to the right place.
Why the fuss over grey sneakers? We imagine many of you may overlook grey as a colour choice when sneaker shopping, but the in-between of white and black can act as a sleek alternative to white, black or even blue sneakers. Grey sneakers can provide that extra bit of pop without drawing attention away from your actual garments. They also work better for white or light-coloured pants. So if white sneakers aren’t to your personal taste and black and blue take away from your outfit, it’s time to give grey a go.
Our hit list of grey sneakers is versatile both in style and affordability, allowing you to wear them with anything from suits to casual wear to streetwear. With brands including Common Projects, Oliver Cabell and On Running all making the cut, here are the best grey sneakers you can pick up right now.

Allbirds Wool Runners

The Wool Runners are the company’s signature shoe, made from a ZQ Merino wool that naturally conforms to the shape of your feet so it feels like you’re wearing gloves. The wool material also helps to wick moisture away from your feet.
Why we like them: Sustainable materials, exceptional comfort, great style

Tropicfeel Sunset

The Sunset is an all-terrain sneaker; it’s waterproof and features the same benefits as aqua shoes, sports shoes, and hiking boots, all in one sneaker. Did we mention these grey sneakers are also incredibly stylish? Well, they are. Say hello to ultimate style, function, and comfort.
Why we like them: Waterproof design, good levels of grip, can be compressed for easier packing

Oliver Cabell Low 1

The Oliver Cabell Low 1 sneaker is as iconic as they come, employing a timeless silhouette, which looks superb in grey. Hand-stitched to the highest standard in Marche, Italy from full-grain calfskin leather and a Margom Italian sole for durability, these grey sneakers are the perfect everyday or gym pair of sneakers.
Why we like them: Classic design, high-quality materials and craftsmanship

Cariuma OCA Low

The OCA is Cariuma’s signature silhouette and one that will remain good-looking for years to come. The OCA Low can be had in either grey suede or canvas, with the former certainly giving off a more premium look. The suede used was sourced specifically for this sneaker and a leather/memory foam insole serves up insane comfort.
Why we like them: Sustainable materials, stylish and casual design, exceptional comfort

Veja Rio Branco

The Rio Branco grey sneaker employs a wonderfully retro design, and could just be one of the best looking running-style sneakers we’ve laid eyes on. With recycled materials being used throughout their DNA (you can see a full breakdown of its materials on the website), these grey sneakers will have you sprinting your way past the competition in style.
Why we like them: Sustainable materials, retro design is on-trend, all-day comfort

Scarosso Ugo Grigio Scamosciato

Scarossos ticks off the main sneaker colours, including grey, in the Ugo Grigio Scamosciato (grey suede). Rocking a classic silhouette with a contrasting white rubber sole, this pair of Scarosso grey sneakers are made from a high-quality leather suede that lends themselves to being dressed up or down.
Why we like them: High-quality craftsmanship and materials, classic design, can be paired with formal outfits

GREATS Royale Knit

The Royale Knit is based on the company’s Royale silhouette (one which will look incredibly familiar to others on this list) but is 100% vegan and made from upcycled yarn, which itself is made from recycled plastic bottles. They’re machine-washable too (just make to take out the sole first) and are made in ethical factories. They quite literally don’t put a foot wrong.
Why we like them: Machine-washable, all-day comfort, great alternative to bigger-name brands

Koio Capri

Practically every colour you can think of is taken care of, including grey in this pair of Capri sneakers in Mineral. They’re made from a combination of full-grain calf leather and calf suede to provide supremely luxurious grey sneakers that are completely minimal, but completely worth your money.
Why we like them: Lesser-known brand, be a trend-setter!, excellent craftsmanship, attractive light grey colouring

Axel Arigato Clean 90

The Clean 90 sneaker is one of Axel’s signature designs, rocking a gorgeous low-cut silhouette with a contrasting matte leather patch on the heel. Paired with a pair of dark denim jeans that finished at the ankle or some well-fitting chinos, these Axel Arigato grey sneakers in suede will pop and raise your style credentials tenfold.

New Balance 574 Core

New Balance’s lifestyle sneaker collection relies heavily on retro styling, which we love. Take this pair of 574s, one of the brand’s most popular and timeless styles. Not only are they exceptionally light and comfortable, making them perfect for all-day wear, but you can get them in a range of widths too. This is something not all brands can claim they do, which makes these New Balance grey sneakers some of the best around for men with feet of all sizes.
I have a pair of these myself, and so can confidently vouch for their comfort. I’d been wanting a pair of these for a while, so when I finally bought some, I was beyond pleased.
What we like: Wide range of sizes and widths, timeless retro styling, exceptional comfort

Common Projects Achilles Low

The low top design of the Achilles may be one mimicked by numerous brands, but none of those has the extra-special touch you get from a pair of Common Projects. Chief among the standout features of this pair of grey sneakers is the use of incredibly high-quality leathers for the upper, stitched directly onto the sole for the ultimate in durability and craftsmanship. The light grey suede finish of this pair also makes them incredibly easy to pair with a wide range of outfits, just think of them as off-white.
What we like: One of the best names in minimalist men’s sneakers, easy-pairing light grey colour, high-quality materials & craftsmanship

Fitflop Vitamin FF

The Vitamin FF sneakers in grey are designed to be worn for more active pursuits such as casual runs and walks. But, owing to their knitted design which makes slipping them on and off a breeze, and helps them to mould to your feet for excellent comfort, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t wear them everywhere you go. They also integrate support throughout and offer a cushioned sole for giving back a little spring in your step.
What we like: Lesser-known sneaker brand, built for support and stability, easy-to-style sports sneaker

On Running Cloud 5

The On Running Cloud 5 is our pick, especially in this grey and white colour way. Incredibly lightweight and benefitting from recycled materials and offering users a quick-lace system to extra support and security, the Cloud 5 is an excellent pair of grey sneakers to wear for runs, workouts or even as an everyday pair of walking shoes.
What we like: Cloud technology for reduced weight, shock absorption and energy return, attractive design, speed lacing system

Cole Haan GrandPrø Rally

This pair of GrandPrø Rally grey sneakers offer incredible levels of breathability and an Ortholite foam footbed for added comfort. The grey on grey colouring offers up the possibility to pair them with more formal pants, whether worn in formal settings or a dressed-up casual weekend outfit.
What we like: High level of comfort, alternative design, all-day comfort

Casca Avro Knit

What also makes Casca a particularly noteworthy sneaker brand is the fact it offers custom insoles, which use a 3D scan of your feet to create a pair of insoles that will result in the best fitting pair of sneakers you’ve ever owned.
What we like: Exceptional fit, affordable, stylish design