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Types of Dress Shoes

types of men's dress shoes

 

Are you all ready to head out for that event, dressed from head to ankles? Yes, you are right, we intentionally did not say toes. Because your shoes must be included in the perfect outfit if you want to look flawless. Shoes can easily make the difference between shabby and chic and make or break your perfectly polished outfit. Take care of what you are wearing on your feet and you will ace that interview or date easily.

Just to mention the important fact at the beginning: you should not buy your new dress shoes without any prior shoe knowledge. The right dress shoes must fit you perfectly, should be made 100% out of durable leather and be properly stitched to avoid a short-lived life.

The popular claim is that you need five men’s dress shoes in your wardrobe that will transform you into an elegant man and will make you confident in the office or at events. Find these five types of men’s dress shoes you should own and let the transformation begin.

 

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Oxford Shoes

Oxford shoes are the most common type of men’s dress shoes. You can see them being worn basically everywhere – to the office, to a wedding or sometimes even combined with chinos for a casual night out. Their main standout feature is a closed lacing and low heel, making them look elegant and clever. Black Oxford shoes are mainly appropriate for high-end events, while brown-colored Oxfords might be worn to any other occasion that calls for some level of formality.

 

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Wholecut Oxford dress shoes
Shiny Tuxedo Oxford Shoes
black oxford shoes
Italian Calf Oxford Shoes Brown Suede Oxford Shoes

 

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Derby Shoes

Derby shoes are very similar to Oxfords but have one main feature that distinguishes them: Derbies have an open lacing system. Like all the other men’s dress shoe types, they also come in many variations and colors, but the lacing always remains open. Derby shoes are only suitable for casual events and you should not wear them for very formal occasions.

Find more differences between Oxfords and Derby shoes here.

 

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Blue Suede Derby Shoes Black Derby Shoes
Brown Leather Derby Shoes blue derby shoes
Brown Leather Derby Shoes Blue Derby Shoes

 

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Monk Straps Shoes

Monk Strap – as the name suggests – is a dress shoe type without laces. Instead, they have a strap across the upper top of the shoe and a buckle to close it. These straps make them fall into the semi-formal category, ideal for a day at the office. One-strap version and two straps (called double-monk) are the most widely worn choices. Monk Straps are still very eye-catching which makes them popular among refined gentlemen that want to look unique.

 

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Brown Double Monk Strap Shoes Black Double Monk Strap

 

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Brogue Shoes

The name Brogue shoes comes from the broguing technique, used to perforate the upper part of a shoe to create a decorative ornament. Broguing can be used on all of the dress shoe types mentioned (Oxfords, Derbys, Monks) and depending on the perforations, we differ between full brogue, semi- brogue and quarter brogue. The only rule: the more broguing, the less formal the Brogues are.

 

sull brogue shoes quarter brogue shoes

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Wingtip Shoes

Wingtip is another semi-formal choice for work but can also be worn as a high-end variation for your tuxedo night. Its key feature is a cap toe shaped like wings, often perforated with broguing. The color rule is similar to with Oxfords, black Wingtip shoes are mostly preferable for formal occasions, whereas brown Wingtip is for casual days.

Recent years have brought a comeback for this unique type of dress shoe, so be sure to find yours to complete your dress shoe collection with them.

 

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Wingtip Double Monk Shoes Black Suede and Leather Wingtip Shoes
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Brown Suede and Leather Wingtip Shoes Brown Leather and Tweed Wingtip Shoes 

 

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Cap Toe Shoes

Cap Toe should maybe not be introduced as a separate group but rather as a version of other dress shoe types. Cap Toe shoes feature individually sewn leather in the toe part which is separated from the rest of the upper leather part (called vamp). This provides extra protection for the sensitive part of the shoe while wearing them daily or when travelling, but also gives an appealing look to Monks, Oxfords or Derbys.

 

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Cap Toe Double-Monk Strap Cap Toe Blue Leather and Tweed

 

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Wholecut Shoes

If you want to go for a very clean appearance, Wholecut shoes are the best choice for you. They are cut and made from a single piece of leather and need to be produced by skilled shoe artisans. Wholecuts are not considered very formal, mostly thanks to their non-traditional form.

 

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Brown Wholecut Shoes Black Wholecut Shoes

 

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We hope that you've learned the most basic and important men's dress shoe types and you will be able to find the best ones for you. Don't forget that at Hockerty, your shoes are always custom made. They are made of 100% Italian leathers and produced in Spain to your measures. Find more in our collection:

 

Full Brogue shoes - black italian calf leather

Full Brogue shoes - black italian calf leather

$246.5
Monk strap brogues - blue leather & suede

Monk strap brogues - blue leather & suede

$228
Derbys - burgundy italian calf leather

Derbys - burgundy italian calf leather

$222
Oxford shoes - oxblood flora leather

Oxford shoes - oxblood flora leather

$210
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Derbys - black flora leather

Derbys - black flora leather

$210
Wholecut Oxford shoes - white italian calf leather

Wholecut Oxford shoes - white italian calf leather

$201
Derby dress shoes - black italian calf leather

Derby dress shoes - black italian calf leather

$210
Derby shoes - brown & white flora leather & leather

Derby shoes - brown & white flora leather & leather

$213
Cap toe Monk Shoes - brown flora leather

Cap toe Monk Shoes - brown flora leather

$195

 

If you want to learn more about men's boots types, read our guide here. Or you can try designing your custom boots for men directly.

See more:

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