Autry - Men's and Women's Sneakers: Complete Brand Guide
Autry is a sneaker brand founded in the 1980s by Jim Autry, a footwear specialist, and relaunched in 2019 by four Italian entrepreneurs with a clear vision: preserve the original heritage while offering a contemporary interpretation. Clean silhouettes, everyday versatility, American athletic roots with an Italian soul.
On michidamato.com you'll find the complete Autry men's and women's collection with free shipping on orders over €249 and free size exchanges.
What makes Autry unique
Autry is not a luxury sneaker brand in the conventional sense. It is a cultural recovery project — an 1980s silhouette reinterpreted with contemporary materials and details.
The silhouette is everything. Autry sneakers have an immediately recognisable shape — clean lines, balanced proportions, no excess. It is the silhouette that makes them versatile: they work with jeans, tailored trousers, casual and smart casual outfits without losing stylistic coherence. It is no coincidence that they have become one of the most worn sneakers in the Italian contemporary luxury segment.
Versatility as philosophy. Autry is designed to be worn every day across different contexts. It is not a collector's sneaker or reserved for special occasions — it is the wardrobe sneaker, the one that pairs with everything effortlessly.
Authentic heritage, not manufactured. Jim Autry designed the original sneaker in the 1980s as a tennis shoe. When the brand was relaunched in 2019, the starting point was a real product with a real history — not an identity created from scratch. This is reflected in the perceived authenticity of the product.
Special treatments. Some models like the Super Vintage are hand-customised in Italy with artisan treatments — abrasions, flame treatments, craquelé effects — that make every pair technically unique. The opposite of serial industrial production.
The most sought-after Autry models
Autry Medalist Low The Medalist Low is the best-selling model on michidamato.com. It reimagines 1980s style inspired by Autry's tennis heritage with contemporary vintage vibes. Available in premium soft leather, suede and curated canvas. Rubber sole with tone-on-tone logo, padded collar, breathable toe box. The wardrobe sneaker par excellence — the one that works with any outfit without thinking about it.
Autry Super Vintage Every pair is hand-customised in Italy with artisan treatments that create a unique worn effect. Abrasions, flame treatments, craquelé effects — no two pairs are identical. For those looking for a sneaker with a strong and unrepeatable visual identity.
Autry Reelwind Sleek silhouette with running-inspired elements. Vintage style with lightweight construction and optimal grip. High-end and innovative materials for timeless everyday elegance.
Autry Dallas Classic, authentic design with timeless allure. White leather upper with visible stitching and coloured heel tabs. Rubber sole with refined vintage aesthetic. The minimalist sneaker of the Autry catalogue.
Autry men's and women's on michidamato.com
On michidamato.com you'll find the Autry collection for both men and women. The Autry silhouette works across both wardrobes — the clean proportions and versatility of the models make them suitable for both profiles.
Who Autry is right for
Autry is the right brand if you're looking for a sneaker with a recognisable silhouette, versatile for everyday use and with a contemporary luxury positioning. The typical customer on michidamato.com is between 25 and 50 years old, looking for a sneaker that pairs across multiple contexts without being either too sporty or too formal.
It's not the right brand if you're looking for oversized logo sneakers, streetwear hype or technical sports performance.
Autry on michidamato.com
Michidamato.com is an authorised Autry retailer based in Bari, active since 1976 in the selection of luxury and contemporary menswear and footwear.
Purchase conditions:
- Free shipping on orders over €249
- 30 days to return items at a flat fee of €7.90
- Size exchanges and replacements always free of charge
Shop the Autry men's collection.
Frequently asked questions about Autry
Is Autry an Italian brand? Autry was founded in the 1980s as an American brand by Jim Autry. In 2019 four Italian entrepreneurs acquired and relaunched the brand with a contemporary vision. Today Autry is managed by an Italian team and some models are hand-customised in Italy.
What is the best-selling Autry model? The Medalist Low is the best-selling model on michidamato.com. It reimagines 1980s tennis style with premium materials and a versatile silhouette that works with any outfit.
What are the Autry Super Vintage? The Super Vintage are Autry sneakers hand-customised in Italy with artisan treatments — abrasions, flame treatments, craquelé effects. Every pair is unique. It is the most artisanal model in the Autry catalogue.
Are Autry sneakers available for women too? Yes. On michidamato.com you'll find the Autry collection for both men and women. The main models — Medalist, Dallas, Reelwind — are available in both lines.
Can I exchange sizes on michidamato.com? Yes. Size exchanges on michidamato.com are always free of charge. You have 30 days from receipt to return items, with a flat fee of €7.90 for standard returns.