It’s kind of crazy how much of a stranglehold Maison Margiela has on the German Army trainer market. Like, to the point that I actually have to bring them up while I introduce you to a great – if not better – alternative in these Gustin Army Trainers. Handcrafted in Tuscany, they’ve got Italian full grain leather uppers with Italian suede accents, all atop an Italian rubber sole. A Margiela alternative with those kind of credentials AND they’re a third of the price? May not ever have to mention Margiela, again.

For price and purchase info, visit Gustin.