The Gaia Taupe & White is a modern platform trainer in premium taupe nubuck leather, with our signature embossed white leather side stripe and white natural rubber outsoles.
Carefully considered and designed, our platform sole adds height whilst remaining lightweight for all-day comfort. Built to balance structure and softness, the Gaia embodies timeless elegance.
- Fits true to size. If you are between sizes, please size up.
- To find your size, please use our Size Finder or Size Guide, both located above the cart button.
- Our shoes are listed in EU sizes. Use our Size Guide to translate your UK size to EU.
If you have further questions on size or fit, please see our FAQs or contact us.
Express Shipping Worldwide & Free Returns
Free express shipping on orders over £180 (UK) / €220 (EU) / $400 (CA) / $450 (AU).
All duties and taxes are included — no additional charges on delivery.
If your order does not qualify for free express shipping, the following rates apply:
UK
– Royal Mail 48 Hour (Mon–Fri): £5
– DHL Next Day (Mon–Fri): £8
Europe
– UPS Expedited (3–5 working days): €8
Canada
– UPS Expedited (3–5 working days): $12
Australia
– DHL Express (3–5 working days): $20
Orders placed before 2pm (UK) ship the same working day.
Returns & Exchanges
- Free exchanges and returns on all footwear.
- Accessories are final sale & non-returnable.
For more information, please see our Shipping & Delivery page, Exchanges & Returns page, and our FAQs.
Overall rating: 4.7647057 / 5 from 17 reviews.
Review topics: ["fit","size","comfort","colour","quality","look","shoes","show","platform","trainers"].
"The platform Gaia sneakers are a major staple in many of my outfits. They’re my go to for an elevated casual look with guaranteed all day comfort. I’m obsessed with them. If anything, I want 30x more colors and styles. They hold up super well over time too. Going on two years of frequent wear and they still look and feel excellent. To quote Britney “give me, give me more”."
"Gaia is beautiful. Usually wear 37. 5 but no half sizes so followed directions on website and bought size up. 38 is wearable but too big. Not sure I can buy another pair in future because of sizing. Very disappointed because the shoes are beautiful."
"Love the platform and the comfort!"
"The quality of the shoe is spectacular. The nubuck leather is incredibly soft and thr comfort of the show is what you’d expect from and item at this price point. This is my first purchase from Sans Marin but it definitely wont be my last. I’m very impressed. I am currently building a wardrobe investment items to last me many years and this particular purchase has not disappointed. After receiving the trainers, I’ve just bought their leather care items to prolong the life and beauty of my shoes."
"Very cute, comfortable shoe that goes well with every outfit. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is that runs slightly large."
"I’m petite and like having a bit of extra height. I already had these in white and have enjoyed them, so I bought these in taupe/white."
"There are so many things I love about these shoes! They are beautiful, the taupe color coordinates with so many neutrals in my wardrobe. I am taking them on a trip to the tennis tournament in Indian Wells, and they go with everything I am taking from whites to taupes. I usually wear a US size 8. 5 and the size 39 size fit just perfect. The materials are very good quality, and they look quite polished for a sneaker. Love them!"
"Beautiful shoe. Great fit and comfort."
"it is hard to find stylish and comfortable trainers for a wider foot but these tick all the boxes!! They are sooo comfortable. My second pair, bought sky blue in summer and now taupe. Some darker colours would be great as well in this style…maybe a camel or brown"
"I actually have not worn these as yet waiting for warmer weather but so far I think they are fabulous!"
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