With minimal sneakers showing no signs of slowing down in the popularity stakes, now Germany can claim its very own homegrown, high-quality champion of the trend.

Alexander Laude Germany's clean, mid-top sneakers debuted last spring with the first eponymous collection, "Alexander Laude Germany," hitting the U.S., Asia and its native Teutonic homeland.

Crafted from the finest Italian leather and suede and produced under transparent and fair industrial practices in Portugal, Alexander Laude's footwear is distinguished by the prominent button on the sneaker's tongue, while subtle gold print on the sneaker's lateral flank is imprinted for understated stunting.

Peep a selection of the upstart label's collection for men and women, above, or shop the full line direct from the brand's online store.