If you’ve been looking for the best white sneakers (actually, the best white leather sneakers), you’ve no doubt considered the Koio Capri Triple White and the Common Projects Original Achilles. And in considering Koio vs. Common Projects you’ve likely asked yourself some of the following questions: Why are Common Projects so expensive? Are Common Projects worth it? Is Koio really as good as Common Projects?
0:00 – Koio vs. Common Projects
1:38 – Why Are Common Projects So Expensive?
2:51 – Koio Capri Triple White
3:34 – Common Projects Original Achilles
4:22 – Similarities: Koio vs. Common Projects
5:00 – Differences: Koio vs. Common Projects
7:07 – Full Comparison: Koio vs. Common Projects
8:08 – Which Is Best?
I’ve had a lot of experience with the Common Projects Original Achilles low tops. I bought my first pair seven years ago and I’m currently on my third pair, which are brand new. Although I’ve not tried the full range of minimal white leather sneakers throughout many different price categories (please refer to The Kavalier’s video linked below for that), I have gotten to know the Koio Capri Triple White sneaker pretty well also.
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In this video I’m doing deep-dive and full comparison of the Koio Capri Triple White and the Common Projects Original Achilles low. How do they stack up head to head? What are the similarities? What are the differences? And which is better? If you’re looking the best minimal white leather sneakers in this class, this video is for you.
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My reaction to the Rose Anvil Common Projects video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbreUSFidh4&list=PL3v2lRj6jZMeU_5kDug_ccMQC-lMrjG86&index=33
Actually, Common Projects is not the best quality of leather and materials. Rose Anvil explains it explicitly. I recommend you watch it. Anyway, great video again Brian!
Can you review the W+H Court Low as well?
Thought about the common projects but opted for the Grenson Sneaker 1…awesome quality!
Cole Haan Jensen $99🤷🏿♂️
Just copped Common Projects Achilles Low in black colorway for $15 in my local Goodwill! Couldn’t believe it! Almost deadstock!
Try Reiss sneakers top draw
can we get a review of archibald londson sneakers? they do things far superior than both brands and i have many koios
I’ve owned both. TBH, when I picked up my first pair of Koios, it made the CPs irrelevant to me. I found the Koios more comfortable and on the same level of style and finish. To buy the CPs after trying Koios would just be an insult to my own intelligence.
Koio all day
The thing is that most people don't know the subtle differences between these white sneakers when you're wearing them, also, they are ALL going to crease and lose their look after some wear, so unless you have the cash to keep popping hundreds, you're fine with a lower-priced option provided they are comfortable and not keep complete crap quality.
My cousin recommended these shoes and he said they’re great so I went and copped me a pair for $260! Now I can’t wait to wear them
Would you like a >10X markup or >5X markup?
Koio better
In my opinion, Koio just didn't get some of the key design aspects right. The overt stitching details, the weird cut-off design at the front of the eyelet panels, the stubby tongue etc.
If you're looking for a Common Projects alternative that looks more akin to the original design, I'd consider the Svensson classic low for ~$200 or the Artisan Lab Essential for ~$170. Though, if it were up to me, I would just look out for a sale on Common Projects. They go for sub-$300 somewhat often.
Common projects hits it out of the park
Where did you get your shirt?
Can anyone tell me which crew sweatshirt Brian is wearing in this video? been searching for one like this for years.
Funny about the claim that both are made in Italy. Chances are these are made by the same Chinese sweat shop workers who are now living in Italy so you are effectively getting another pair of "Made in China" shoes. Shoes are low skilled products so I suspect you probably won't be able to tell the difference except that "Made in Italy" label may make you psychologically more satisfying.
If Koio removed the heel branding, it would be an easy win. That alone is a deal breaker for me.
…. High Quality ? Lol…
No they are not ~
Luxury Brand ?? Yes…
KOIO’s customer service is among the worst I’ve seen. Just bought a pair of KOIO and they emailed me AFTER I placed my order to tel me there will be a delay in shipping and I’ll get my shipment whenever they feel like shipping it. That information was no where to be found on their website. Extremely cheap and unethical on KOIO’s part
common projects has ‘little branding’… with the exception of a bright gold numbered billboard shining for everyone to see at the side of the shoe.
In Europe they are the almost same price
Where is your black crewneck from?
How they are better than puma ralph sampson shoe
They look almost the same
Very in-depth review. I opted for the Republic Kurt. Perhaps you could do a review of those.
Koio’s are slimmer… skinnier looking making it look longer IMO
None of those sneakers! I choose the Nuno from Idrese 🔥