Top 5 Shoe Styles every Stylish Man should own!

Let’s start with arguably the most important investment of all: your shoes. It’s often said that the first time you meet someone, you’re judged on a number of factors – with three of the main counts being your hair, handshake and footwear.

Whether it’s a job interview or a first date, if you’re hoping for approval from a prospective employer or potential love interest, you’re probably not going to get it when they glance down to see a rather sad-looking pair of battered old shoes....lolzzz

Well,shopping for shoes can be overwhelming but fear not, i’ve brought down the bulk of shoes you find in stores to these five essentials:

1. The Brown Leather Brogue
                                 

    What’s so unique about the brogue is its versatility. The traditional punch hole design on this silhouette’s upper – known as brogueing – gives it a distinctive character that other smart shoe styles lack. To capitalise on the brogue’s ease of wear, we’d recommend opting for a traditional brown leather style complete with leather or rubber soles.

Whether tan, chocolate, russet or chestnut, a pair of brown leather brogues will slot seamlessly into your wardrobe and team well with plenty of outfit permutations, from smart to smart-casual, as well as many of the hues you already own, particularly navy and grey.

2. The Black Leather Oxford
                              

This minimal, subtle shoe complements formal wear perfectly – whether you’re wearing a tux to a black tie function or a charcoal slim-fit suit to an important job interview.It’s the sleek simplicity of this detail which makes the Oxford such a winner. And while there are plenty of variations on the classic design now available, it’s the black leather cap toe Oxford that we feel every man should have in his collection.

As for care, it’s important to remember that black footwear tends to lose its shine and lustre quicker than lighter colours, so be sure to shine your Oxfords thoroughly to prevent them becoming dull.

3. The Suede Loafer
      

Similar to the brogue, the loafer is best matched with smart and smart-casual ensembles.In terms of colour and material, we’d suggest a breathable suede style in tan, beige or light brown

Able to be dressed up or down with ease, a suede loafer – works just as well with a button-down shirt and chinos as it does relaxed, warm-weather suiting (think linen and lightweight cotton styles). It’s also the ideal silhouette for going sockless.

4. The White Leather Low Top Trainer
                                                  

Given the prominent rise in the popularity of tailoring in recent years, the sneaker had found itself all but banished to the darkest corner of the wardrobe, or even worse – the gym bag. However, the past few seasons (coinciding with the arrival of sports luxe) have seen a glorious return to form for the trainer.
More and more, we’re seeing the style dominate the runway, the streets and even the red carpet – all thanks in no small part to game-changers like Kanye giving sneakers their official seal of approval.

5. The Leather Lace-Up Boot
                                                 

Think boots are reserved for cowboys ? Think again. there is a boots style out there for you.For something classic we’d go for a pair of rugged leather lace-up boots, ideally with rubber soles for resilience and to keep you sure-footed during bad weather. A style like this will transcend trends as well as lend itself to dressing up or down – can be worn on a working week with a pair of jeans and a T-shirt at the weekend.

Hopefully you’ve found these hints and tips useful, but it’s always worth remembering that these are just pointers.

Ultimately, there is no golden rule with regards to building the ‘perfect shoe collection’, as tastes are bound to differ. If you’re into wearing suits, you’re not necessarily going to be shopping for a pair of fashion trainers. Equally, if you’re into distressed jeans and longline tees, a patent Oxford probably isn’t your number one priority.

This guide provides a basis to work from and will ensure you’re ready for every eventuality. Carefully consider which styles you really need, and then shop around for a good deal to build a footwear collection that’s the definition of timeless and versatile.

Have a wonderful Day!

Source:Fashionbeans