Our Favorite White Sneakers From Greats That Hardly Ever Go on Sale Are 30% Off
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Why We Love This Deal
Brooklyn-based shoe brand Greats opened up shop in 2014 with the idea that high-end leather sneakers shouldn’t cost $400. The brand has changed hands a few times since then, but the core ethos remains: offering high-quality basic footwear, now made in Portugal, for all to afford. Because its prices are fair, Greats doesn't host big sales often, but the brand just went live with its Step Into Savings event, and from now through May 4, you can get 30% off a ton of sneakers, including its No. 1 bestseller of all time, the Royale.
The $199 Greats Royale 2.0 Sneakers are down to $139 during the brand's sale. All 14 colorways are on sale at the same price (except for one, which is actually 40% off), including the most popular, the classic white. These bestselling kicks have earned over 11,000 five-star ratings and continue to gain steam as more guys realize that good staples shouldn't cost designer prices.
Greats The Royale Sneakers, $139 (was $199) at Greats
What Shoppers Should Know
- Upper: Premium leather
- Insole: Leather-lined, removable cushioned insole
- Outsole: Greats outsole
- Construction: Strobel, handcrafted in Portugal
- Best For: Everyday wear, smart casual, spring and summer styling
The Royale 2.0s pick up where the OGs left off and improve on nearly every detail. The fit is dialed in from the first wear, the strobel construction keeps them flexible/lightweight, and the return of the tack stitch gives it a handcrafted touch that’s hard to find at this price point. The embossed branding on the tongue is subtle and very “quiet luxury,” and the removable, cushioned insole lets you wear them all day.
The Royale 2.0s sit comfortably alongside the Koio Capri ($265) and Clae Bradley ($170), two of the most respected names in this new-age premium sneaker space. The Royale 2.0s match on materials and craftsmanship while undercutting, at least the Capris, on price (even before the Spring Event discount). If the benchmark for solid everyday leather sneakers is something that looks expensive, wears easily, and holds up, the Royale 2.0s check all three.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
Premium leather sneakers are certainly an investment, but the build quality means you’re actually spending less over the long run: “Bought my first and only pair of Greats in 2018 and they’re still in perfect condition.” It's worth noting that this would have been the initial iteration of the Royale, but based on what we know, this should be true for the 2.0s as well.
As for the comfort, another reviewer wrote, “These shoes are stylish yet comfortable. I wear these almost daily. They look good with whatever I am wearing.”
Greats’ Royale 2.0 Sneakers are the kind of shoes you’ll have for years, and the $139 sale price is worth it for their longevity and style. Sizes are already starting to run out for other colorways, so now’s your chance to grab a pair that fits.