Buying men's shoes

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Men’s leather boots and trainers displayed on wooden plinths against a beige studio backdrop for footwear styling
Men’s leather boots and trainers displayed on wooden plinths against a beige studio backdrop for footwear styling
Buying guides

Which style?

Brown leather men’s Derby brogue shoe, side view with lace-up design, formal smart office footwear on white background

Oxford

A classic, formal shoe with eyelet tabs that are stitched underneath the upper for a sleeker finish (known as closed lacing). A great dress shoe but also work for the office

Burgundy leather brogue derby shoe with wingtip perforations and contrast heel, smart men’s formal footwear

Brogue

Characterised by the perforated pattern on the uppers. Typically come in 4 classic styles – full brogue (or wingtip), semi brogue, quarter brogue and longwing brogue

Black leather derby dress shoe, side view, sleek formal men’s footwear with low heel on white background

Derby

Have open lacing rather than closed; eyelet tabs are sewn on top of the uppers. Less formal and more versatile than Oxfords. Most are double stitched and double soled, making them robust

Black leather penny loafer dress shoe, side view on white background, classic slip-on formal footwear

Loafers

A lace-free slip-on shoe that's cut low, leaving ankles exposed. Features a defined heel. Usually, though not always, loafers feature a leather piece across the vamp, known as a saddle

Brown leather moccasin shoe with lug sole, moc toe stitching and lace-up detail, side view on white background

Moccasins

Traditionally made of deerskin or other types of soft leather. Soles and sides made of one piece of leather. A warm-weather alternative to loafers

Brown leather tassel loafer boat shoe with stitched moc toe, lace eyelets and rubber sole, side profile view

Boat/Deck shoes

These have leather uppers with a water-repellent finish and rubber soles for added grip on wet surfaces. A go-to summer shoe

Male model wearing a grey tailored suit with dark shirt, beanie hat and black boots, studio fashion portrait

Caring for your shoes

  • Invest in suede brush and protective spray to keep suede shoes looking new.

  • Scuff new leather soles before you wear them in the rain or on a waxed floor.

  • Prop up wet shoes with old newspaper and let them dry naturally to prevent the uppers from cracking and the leather sole from separating.

  • A good repair shop can dramatically prolong the life of your shoes. Check your shoes regularly for any scuffs or worn soles.