Sitework Mesh Sneakers

Mens breathable work sneakers built for people who stand on concrete all day. The upper is a closed mesh panel with a solid overlay across the front, so the shoe keeps its shape at the toe while the weave above the toes moves with each step, and the short lace runs through only a few eyelets, which makes the pair quick to pull on at the start of a shift.

How Mens Breathable Work Sneakers Stay Planted

The outsole is a single wrapped piece: the tread climbs the sidewall in a triangular pattern, so the edge of the sole takes the scuff when you kneel or brush a kerb instead of peeling away from the upper. Under the ball of the foot the tread runs in broad blocks with grooves between them, which lets the sole flex as the foot rolls forward. A padded collar sits around the ankle opening and a pull tab at the heel helps you pull the shoe on.

Upper, Lining and Sole

• Upper: closed mesh with a solid front overlay
• Closure: short lace through a few eyelets
• Outsole: wrapped rubber-style sole with triangular side tread
• Colours in this batch: coffee, black and gray
• EU sizes in this batch: 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44

Mens Breathable Work Sneakers Fit and Sizing

The supplier’s parameter card lists EU 39 to 44 for this style, and that is the range sold here. Take your usual EU size and leave a thumb’s width at the toe. If you wear thick work socks or your foot is wide, go one size up; if you wear thin socks, stay with your usual size. Measure the longer foot and use that number.

Care

Knock the dust off the outsole, brush the mesh with a soft brush and wipe the overlay with a damp cloth. Let the pair air-dry away from direct heat. Do not machine wash and do not soak the shoes: the mesh keeps its shape best when it dries slowly.