7 Types of Shoes every man needs

Minimal Trainers

Chunky trainers might be having a fashion moment, but the minimalist sneaker is the real wardrobe hero. Based on a retro tennis shoe, this simple sneaker has become an essential component in most of our outfits in recent years and it should be in yours too. The real deal is devoid of any obvious sports logos or branding, thick treads or air cushioned soles, are made of leather (real or imitation), and are never to be confused with plimsolls.



Black Oxfords

An Oxford shoe is characterized by shoelace eyelets tabs that are attached under the vamp, a feature termed “closed lacing”. … Originally, Oxfords were plain, formal shoes, made of leather, but they evolved into a range of styles suitable for formal, uniform, or casual wear.



Derby shoes

derby is less formal than an oxford. … Though for very formal affairs such as black or white tie, an oxford or pump are the most appropriate shoes to wear. Generally, the plain derby is the most formal among the lot and can be worn with your day suits or casual combinations



Leather Slip Ons

Slipons are typically low, lace-less shoes. The style which is most commonly seen, known as a loafer or slippers in American culture, has a moccasin construction. … A less casual, earlier type of slip-on is made with side goring (sometimes called a dress loafer).



Work boots

Most work boots feature a rubber outsole without such deep indentations, providing some slip-resistance, but not to the extent that a hiking boot can offer, especially in wet, muddy, or snowy conditions



Espadrilles

Espadrilles also known as alpargatas, are casual, flat, but sometimes high-heeled shoes. They usually have a canvas or cotton fabric upper and a flexible sole made of esparto rope. The esparto rope sole is the defining characteristic of an espadrille; the uppers vary widely in style.



Sports shoes

Sneakers (also called trainers, athletic shoes, tennis shoes, gym shoes, kicks, sport shoes, flats, running shoes, or runners) are shoes primarily designed for sports or other forms of physical exercise, but which are now also widely used for everyday casual wear.




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