A Closer Look at Beckett Simonon’s Reid Sneakers and Morgen Trainers
Let’s talk about Beckett Simonon—a brand that’s made a name for itself with impeccably designed leather shoes at surprisingly accessible prices. What sets them apart is their attention to detail: Italian leather from Gold-rated tanneries (yes, apparently tanneries have ratings like Uber drivers), over 150 hand-crafted steps per pair (I don’t know what most of those steps are, but I support them), and design choices that hit that sweet spot between timeless and modern. They’re creating the kind of high-end, full-grain leather sneakers you’d expect to find at a luxury department store for $400+, but in the $100-$200 range depending on whether there’s a promotion. Which means you can actually afford them without having to sell a kidney or start an OnlyFans.
LittlePinkTop has reviewed this unique shoe brand once before, and recently, they sent over their Reid Sneakers and Morgen Trainers so we could give you the scoop!
First up, the Reid Sneakers—they’re that perfect minimalist white sneaker everyone needs in their closet (available in both women’s and men’s). Made from buttery-soft full-grain Italian calfskin that molds to your feet over time (like how your couch molds to your body, but socially acceptable), these are sleek and minimalist in a way that feels intentional—you know, unlike a bachelor who owns one fork and calls it “zen.”
The silhouette is slim and sophisticated with a low profile that works whether you’re 25 or 45—or somewhere in-between but telling different people different ages depending on the situation. The waxed cotton laces actually stay tied and the ankle padding is legitimately comfortable. Style them with cropped wide-leg jeans and a vintage tee for weekend casual, or slim trousers and a silk blouse for a polished work look.
The Morgen Trainers in women’s revitalizes your footwear by offering a subtle metallic accent, overlapping leather panels, and, again, white full-grain leather. Picture them with straight-leg jeans and an oversized blazer for a smart-casual look, or try them with a slip dress and leather jacket because you can be feminine and tough, like a floral-scented hand grenade. They’re the shoes that say “I could run a 5K but I won’t because that sounds terrible.”
LittlePinkTop found that both pairs showcase impressive quality—the brand says that full-grain leather is “the best leather type,” and it “indicates no artificial correction was applied to the hide in the tanning process.” Order your usual size (or half up for wide feet), and expect shoes that’ll actually look better with age, complete with dust bags and extra insoles.
