Gaia Platform Trainers

Taupe Nubuck Leather & White Leather

$450.00
IT'S NOT JUST A LOOK. IT'S A FEELING.
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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.

Sans Matin shoes are expertly handcrafted from the finest materials, culminating in a distinctive combination of quality, comfort and style.

Key Features:
- Taupe nubuck leather & White leather platform trainer.
- Made from Gold-Standard European leathers certified by the Leather Working Group.
- With our signature triple-layered cushioned footbed for maximum comfort and durability.
- Comes with a Sans Matin fabric dust bag for travel and storage.

Designed In London, handcrafted In Portugal.

- 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.

Made from sustainable leather - certified Gold-Standard by the Leather Working Group

Composition:
- Upper: Nubuck leather 90%, leather 10%
- Lining: Cotton 90%, anti-slip heel-lining PU 10%
- Removable cushioned insole: Injected PU, antibacterial foam, breathable vegan leather
- Outsole: 70% Rubber, 30% natural rubber
- Laces: 100% Tencel
- Dust bag: 100% cotton

Outsole height: 4.4cm

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: 4.857143 / 5 from 14 reviews.

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"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."

Kerrina (5/5)

Stylish show for those "elevated" casual times

"Very cute, comfortable shoe that goes well with every outfit. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is that runs slightly large."

Aurora S. (4/5)

Platform sneakers

"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."

Sherri C. (5/5)

Love these beautiful shoes

"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!"

A B. (5/5)

"Beautiful shoe. Great fit and comfort."

LP (5/5)

Gaia platform trainers

"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"

Alison D. (5/5)

Great Looking!!!

"I actually have not worn these as yet waiting for warmer weather but so far I think they are fabulous!"

Elaine C. (5/5)

Love Them!!!!!

"I have purchased these in white and black. . . now my 3rd pair! All are amazing and soooo comfortable! Absolutely love them!!!!"

Jeri A. (5/5)

So Comfortable - Worth EVERY Penny

"I have been looking for stylish platform sneakers but most say they are “hard to break in” These are amazingly comfortable and I get so many compliments on them. Definitely recommend spraying with suede protector - to keep them in good shape (i already had a “kit” from my uggs. Ive already purchased my 2nd pair - the blue ones. !! Wish they came in Pink :)"

Stacy K. (5/5)

Isla

"Just so comfortable. Easy to wear. Looks great with everything"

Helen E. (5/5)

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