Since time immemorial, there have stood a few menswear concepts considered so simple yet so sacred that even the most casual dresser is fully aware of them. Rule number one of that list? White sneakers go with everything, and are therefore a must have in any wardrobe. This sartorial signpost bridges the divide between all walks of life (and all types of styles)—the simple fact of the matter is that any one in any thing looks great with white sneakers. They can add a relaxed air to an otherwise sophisticated suit, help shape up a pair of shorts and a graphic tee, cap off a button down-chino situation and so, so much more. Especially in the summertime, when boots and stuffy dress shoes are the last thing you want to wear out, but another day of sandals feels like perhaps a bit too much, white sneakers are the perfect pairing of cool meets casual.

This season's shoes are no exception to the great rule: Easy to pair, easy to wear. However, that doesn't mean that there's not room for a little something more. While it's impossible to go wrong with the classics—Chuck Taylors, AF1's and the current shoe of the summer, the Samba—designers and brands are realizing that the neutral base makes it incredibly easy to play with the design, shape, materials and more to great success. Some white chunky hikers pair very nicely with some billowy adventure pants, and a sharp leather sneaker with an unusual twist can spice up an otherwise ordinary pair of jeans instantly. With the all important matchy-matchy aspect out of the way, the best white sneakers are ones that you like the most. Browse our top picks for the best white sneakers of the summer below.