Alongside rugged, casual clothes, a man always needs a refined suit with an elegant tie, worn with a crisp shirt and sharp trousers. And the one accessory still missing is a standout pair of leather shoes, which will elevate his whole dress sense as well as his aesthetic taste.
Suits, shirts and trousers are relatively easy to choose, but leather shoes, from oxfords to derbies, come in a whole series of different styles and designs that can leave buyers rather confused. If you are still looking for a good pair of shoes for your close friend's upcoming wedding, the following suggestions will please you:
#1. Double Monk Straps
A dress shoe that stands out with 2 buckles on the side, the Double Monk Straps give gentlemen a classic yet no less elegant look through their design. Also highly regarded for how well they pair with jeans, Double Monk Straps are very popular in Western countries for their necessary versatility and inherent grace.
Suggested styles:
Grenson Ellery Double Buckle Monk ($520)
Cole Haan Cambridge Double Monk ($258)
Florsheim Castellano Monk ($125)
#2. Toe Cap Boots
For the second refined style, try a pair of Toe Cap Boots. With smart tanned leather and a sturdy rubber sole, Toe Cap Boots give their owner a romantic look with a touch of refinement and dandyish flair. They are usually worn with jeans, but the ideal pairing for Toe Cap Boots is often seen to be gray or ash-colored khaki trousers. A few outstanding examples of Toe Cap Boots below will show you:
Grenson Joseph Toe Cap Derby Boot ($470)
Johnston & Murphy Karnes Cap Toe Boot ($195)
Calvin Klein Corden Chukka Boot ($130)
#3. Penny and Tasseled Loafers
The last style that deserves gentlemen's support is the loafer (slip-on shoe), represented by Penny and Tasseled Loafers. Known as one of the easiest shoes to coordinate, Penny and Tasseled Loafers never make their owner run around everywhere hunting for a matching shirt or jacket. With this great quality, Penny and Tasseled Loafers have been voted the most popular dress shoe in Britain, with more than 80% of men owning one or two pairs. So, specific examples of this type should be:
Brooks Brothers Classic Penny Loafers ($149)
Paul Evans The Stewart ($349)
Brioni Tasseled Suede Loafer ($975)
Dr Martens Adrian Tassel Loafers ($189)
