For the uninitiated, the choice of shoes can be mind boggling and difficult to fathom. Graduating from college wear shoes to a wider variety for every occasion, where mistakes can sometimes be unforgivable, there is really no harm in seeking directions. Once you can tell your Oxfords apart from the Monks, half the battle is won. When shopping for shoes keep in mind the exact place and function for the shoe. Trying to buy a multi-purpose shoe is like trying to find a t-shirt fit to be worn to the board room.
For the most formal of occasions, go for Oxfords and you cannot go wrong. Engross’ Oxford shoe fits the bill perfectly. Ditch the square shaped toes and keep it sleek like the rest of your attire. While black is the most formal and is perfect for pairing with your best suits, a dark brown also makes the cut. Their closed lacing and classic looks are the perfect companion for a three piece suit. Wear them without any second-thought about their appropriateness at the important corporate meeting, for ballroom dancing or for a power lunch.
Next in the order is the Wingtip which is a wonderful dress shoe that can be made many times more formal or very casual just by altering the colour and detailing. By playing around with the colour, you can choose a dark wingtip and confidently pair it with a suit or you can lighten the shoe to a really light brown or tan and wear it with denims. A truly versatile shoe,such as the Watson Brogue from Engross, this is a must have in every wardrobe.
If you rate comfort over all else, the Monk is your dress shoe. It can be bought in a thin strap and worn to the most formal affairs, including business meets. A black monk is the perfect shoe for formal occasions while a brown one is preferred by older men or a thick strapped one, by younger men for casual wear.
The Loafer comes in many avatars and Engross has the perfect Loafers on offer. The ones in canvas or the DeckShoe is ideally worn on the ship deck and even for lounging. It is a smart shoe for casual wear for slightly warmer weather and can be very impactful when crafted well. When styled as a Moccasin in soft leather, they can even be worn as business shoes and can be effectively teamed up with jeans for a night out with friends.
A Boot that is constructed with fine detailing and construction can be used for business wear when bought in black. It should be polished and buffed like any formal shoe. On the other hand, a boot in a lighter shade and with a tough look is more suitable for the outdoors. It should be sturdy and be able to weather rough conditions. Don’t fuss over cleaning it too much as the aging gives the shoe another dimension.
As a general rule, the darker the colour of the shoe and subtler the details, the more formal it is.
For the most formal of occasions, go for Oxfords and you cannot go wrong. Engross’ Oxford shoe fits the bill perfectly. Ditch the square shaped toes and keep it sleek like the rest of your attire. While black is the most formal and is perfect for pairing with your best suits, a dark brown also makes the cut. Their closed lacing and classic looks are the perfect companion for a three piece suit. Wear them without any second-thought about their appropriateness at the important corporate meeting, for ballroom dancing or for a power lunch.
Next in the order is the Wingtip which is a wonderful dress shoe that can be made many times more formal or very casual just by altering the colour and detailing. By playing around with the colour, you can choose a dark wingtip and confidently pair it with a suit or you can lighten the shoe to a really light brown or tan and wear it with denims. A truly versatile shoe,such as the Watson Brogue from Engross, this is a must have in every wardrobe.
If you rate comfort over all else, the Monk is your dress shoe. It can be bought in a thin strap and worn to the most formal affairs, including business meets. A black monk is the perfect shoe for formal occasions while a brown one is preferred by older men or a thick strapped one, by younger men for casual wear.
The Loafer comes in many avatars and Engross has the perfect Loafers on offer. The ones in canvas or the DeckShoe is ideally worn on the ship deck and even for lounging. It is a smart shoe for casual wear for slightly warmer weather and can be very impactful when crafted well. When styled as a Moccasin in soft leather, they can even be worn as business shoes and can be effectively teamed up with jeans for a night out with friends.
A Boot that is constructed with fine detailing and construction can be used for business wear when bought in black. It should be polished and buffed like any formal shoe. On the other hand, a boot in a lighter shade and with a tough look is more suitable for the outdoors. It should be sturdy and be able to weather rough conditions. Don’t fuss over cleaning it too much as the aging gives the shoe another dimension.
As a general rule, the darker the colour of the shoe and subtler the details, the more formal it is.
