87GT Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I thought there was a thread already on this. I searched and couldn't find one by keywords. Anyway lets talk about dress shoes. I have a few hundred after the holidays to spend on shoes. Work dress code is business casual. I always wear a button up shirt or polo, dress pants, and slip on black leather dress shoes. My current ones are shot and I am looking for ideas. I need something that is comfortable all day. I usually go somewhere after work and I don't change my clothes. I don't want faux leather on the outside. What is everyone else wearing ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Shoes They're cheap, won't impress people who really know what they're looking at, and you aren't looking for this answer, but I bought a pair of these about 5 years ago and still rock them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Bostonian Captoes. A black pair and an oxblood pair. They wear well, are very comfortable, and are textured, so that you don't HAVE to polish the shit out of them to make them look good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted December 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Shoes They're cheap, won't impress people who really know what they're looking at, and you aren't looking for this answer, but I bought a pair of these about 5 years ago and still rock them. Those are Faux leather and will fall apart quickly with daily use. Not what I am looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Walking Company, Ecco shoes with orthotic inserts. You can thank me later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted December 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Bostonian Captoes. A black pair and an oxblood pair. They wear well, are very comfortable, and are textured, so that you don't HAVE to polish the shit out of them to make them look good. Have you tried the Corben? Those look almost exactly like my current shoes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I have not tried them, no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I get all my shoes at Allen Edmonds outlet in Jeffersonville. $90-$150 for a purr of shoes that would last you your lifetime, and wear like slippers. Once they wear out, you can resole/reheel them for $30-$40, or send them back directly to Allen Edmonds in WI for $95 to have them totally redone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyM3rC Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I wear sambas. So far they're working. Or, you could wear sandals like the girls do, then sue for discrimination when your manager says something about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I get all my shoes at Allen Edmonds outlet in Jeffersonville. $90-$150 for a purr of shoes that would last you your lifetime, and wear like slippers. Once they wear out, you can resole/reheel them for $30-$40, or send them back directly to Allen Edmonds in WI for $95 to have them totally redone. This. Allen Edmonds ftw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryBMW Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Johnston and Murphy. Id go to the Jeffersonville Outlet as you will get them for a serious discount. Amazing quality, 100% leather, can be had for $80-400 per pair. They are all I wear to work now. I just had a pair resoled after 4 years for $64 and couldn't be happier. -Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Johnston and Murphy J+M's suck harder than Marc; made overseas and have questionable quality. AE's are made in the USA (Wisconsin) and kewl peeps wear dem. I had one purr I bought in early 2000s and I was shocked at how much better all 6 purr of my AE's feel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledhead36 Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 This. Allen Edmonds ftw. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Paid $150 for a pair of J+M at macys about a year ago and they're falling apart. Really disappointed and would not buy again. They are comfortable as shit but not worth the price for 1 year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Another Allen Edmonds guy here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted December 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I will check out Allen Edmonds for sure. I love supporting companies from the USA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 I've always had J&M but I'm looking to switch after I spent a little more to get what I thought was a nicer shoe, but they're falling apart. I'll be considering AE for my next pair. More importantly than whatever shoes you buy are to make sure you have a GOOD shoe polishing kit. Whether you prefer cream or wax polish, make sure you have a good horsehair shine brush and PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE. I can make a $35 pair of shoes look better than an unkempt $500 pair with a little elbow grease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radio Flyer1647545514 Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 Whatever you go with it's not a bad idea to get two pair and switch between them daily to keep them in good shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodRed Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 My 15 year old Doc Martins have never let me down. One pair of brown shoe style, and 1 pair of black boots. Love those things to death. In those 15 years, I have only replaced the laces once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tshensley Posted January 4, 2014 Report Share Posted January 4, 2014 Shoes They're cheap, won't impress people who really know what they're looking at, and you aren't looking for this answer, but I bought a pair of these about 5 years ago and still rock them. I have tried these and they last about 3-5 months tops wearing them everyday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewtoys Posted January 4, 2014 Report Share Posted January 4, 2014 http://www.originalpenguin.com/shoes/dress/ Cheap prices and all of my casual and dress shoes from them have lasted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted January 4, 2014 Report Share Posted January 4, 2014 (edited) I wear Steve Madden right now (a couple pairs from shopping carefully). With regular upkeep they look new for years. It's all in the heels. If you're quiet or insignificant sounding you're in too cheap a shoe. Edited January 5, 2014 by Miller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mensan Posted January 4, 2014 Report Share Posted January 4, 2014 Whatever you go with it's not a bad idea to get two pair and switch between them daily to keep them in good shape. This is good advice, and having cedar shoe trees to store your shoes when you aren't wearing them will help to keep their shape and condition. I used to recommend J&M but will not. I will recommend Bjorn as a lower priced, very comfortable shoe. The advice given in this thread supersedes anything else I could add. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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